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Short to the waist, with a round neck at front and back, and turndown collar. The bodice, with short sleeves, is fitted with darts and fastens at the front with buttons. Embroidered with gold metallic-thread piping filled with gold, glass-paste tube beads to create floral motifs.

This beautifully decorated garment shows Balenciaga’s passion for ornate embroidery. In this case, the metallic threads reflect a clear Spanish influence. Regarding the decoration, the shape and the length, this blouse is very similar to the bullfighter’s jacket. The abundance of gold reminds us of the rich liturgical clothing of the Renaissance and Spanish Baroque.

Details

  • Title: Bodice
  • Creator: Cristóbal Balenciaga
  • Creator Birth Date: 1895
  • Creator Death Date: 1972
  • Fashion House: Balenciaga
  • Date Created: 1948
  • Location Created: San Sebastián, Spain
  • Type: Bodice
  • Photographer: Manuel Outumuro
  • Rights: Cristóbal Balenciaga Museoa

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