Stunning 1880s bodice of deep black silk velvet.
V-neck trimmed with faceted black glass beads.
Shaped princess length sleeves.
Deep v shaped waist.
Lace up back with hand couched eyelets and modesty panel.
Interlined with windowpane printed cotton sateen.
Metal boning at all seams.
Good condition. 
Unlined.
A few worn spots to velvet at gathers in sleeve caps.
One threadbare spots at left chest.
Half inch seam tear at center front neckline.
Measurements laced fully closed:
Chest: 30"
Waist: 22"
Arm length: 14.5
Length: 15"
Wearable with care.