English Baroque Stomacher ca. 1710 – Historic Costume Accessory #Biedermeiergown forming the characteristic dove-breast silhouette

forming the characteristic dove-breast silhouette typical of the period

showing only a discreet stain in the chest area—remarkably minimal for a textile of this age

1910 and originating from France

giving the plate a festive and highly representative appearance

Very artistically crafted

English Baroque Stomacher ca. 1710 – Historic Costume Accessory #Biedermeiergown forming the characteristic dove-breast silhouetteThe stomacher was an essential component of womens gowns from ca. 1570 to 1780, serving both as a decorative front panel and as a structural element of the bodice. Typically V or Ushaped, it could be either integrated into the gown or made as a separate piece that fastened to the bodice. Over the centuries, its shape, structure, and ornamentation evolved with changing fashions. This example dates to the late Baroque period (ca. 17001730) and was