"Little Black Dress With Embroidered Wheat Ears - France Circa 1945 "
Circa 1943- 1945 France Interesting model of a little black dress with embroidered ears of white wheat, not branded and dating from the end of the Second World War. Blousant bustier dress in black crepe, short sleeves and small turn-down collar. Closed in front with eleven bell buttons matching with loops (small hole on one button). Applique embroidery of white cords forming two large ears of wheat arranged symmetrically on the chest, with a reminder on the two oblique pockets of the skirt. The skirt is in black silk toile, gathered at the waist and flat pleats in the back. Opening on one side with three snap buttons. No flaw. Very good condition of color and conservation. Dimensions: Equivalent to France size 36-37. Shoulders 36 cm, waist 75 cm, chest 87 cm, sleeves 31 cm, hips 94 cm, height 102 cm.