Medium 1940s Red Folkloric Shirt with High Collar - Size 8 to 10 Wool Brocade Top Made in Austria - 40s 50s Striped Winter Tunic - Bust 36

1940s red wool shirt is a wonderful textile from Austria, made with folksy stripes likely loomed by hand. It's a late 40s top with a raised collar, keyhole neckline, and 3/4 dolman sleeves with curved notch hems. Extensively finished by hand.

Size
8 to 10

Measurements
Bust 36, Waist up to 38; Neck Circumference 14.75, Neck to Hem 22.5 Inches

Era
1950s

Label
" Made in Austria / pure wool " and vintage size 10 at back neck

Materials
Tomato red wool brocade with stripes in jade green, custard yellow, powder blue, cornflower blue, and black

Closure
Center front single self button at slit neckline

Condition
Good

Condition Detail
Looks excellent at first glance, the front right chest has three light gray narrow vertical marks that are slightly noticed on this pattern, a hint of the same on one of the green petals at front bust, overall these are shadow-like and mild; there was originally an additional label that has been cut

Washing Instructions
Dry clean

Please note: All measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.

Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.

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