Antique French wasp waist lady mannequin Victorian dress form (SHIPPING QUOTE upon REQUEST)

Rare antique wasp waist tailor's mannequin, covered with dark brown cotton fabric and mounted on a turned & blackened wood pedestal. The collar is adorned with a white fabric decorated with toile-de-jouy style motifs.

The tripod base bears a metallic adjusment ring for the bust to be more or less tall. Is is a wounded bird - the upper cotton fabric has dried over time and shows many holes and tears, revealing the wool stuffing underneath. The collar piece shows a few yellow stains.

The wooden disc topping the bust is a bit loose-fitting. The wooden foot is still sturdy although it shows a few worm holes. Late 19th or very early 20th century. Total height at its lowest (can be set up to stand taller) : 150 cm / 59in.

Please keep in mind that all my listings are vintage or antique - therefore traces of time are normal and mostly inevitable i do my best to thoroughly describe all objects and their potential flaws. There will in most cases be at least some slight wear to them. This item is made of wood, cotton, wool and metal.