1920s French Opera Costume Female Warrior Woman Breast Plates Armour Metal Studs Blue Red Brown

c.1920s French Opera Warrior Woman Costume – Caramel Wool with Metal Studs, Quilted Interior

Incredible and rare warrior woman costume, made around 1920 for the French Opera in Marseille. The structured caramel brown wool body is adorned with metal dome studs and stylized breast plates. Cutout fabric shapes hang from the waist and shoulders, adding bold movement and drama. Fastens up one side with metal hook-and-eyes.

Color-blocked with blue and pink cotton twill and red wool panels, the interior is slightly quilted and padded to give it body and presence on stage. Inside are costumer’s stamps and a beautiful handwritten label (partially illegible).

Details:

• Era: c.1920
• Origin: Marseille, France
• Style: Warrior woman costume
• Materials: Wool, cotton twill, metal hardware
• Closure: Side hook-and-eye fastenings
• Construction: Quilted and lightly padded interior
• Colors: Caramel brown, red, pink, and blue

Measurements (laid flat):

• Bust (underarm to underarm): 19”
• Shoulders: 16”
• Waist area: 27”
• Length (neck to hem): 23”
• Approx. size: Medium

Condition:

Hand-laundered in warm water with gentle detergent, then steamed.

• Some darned repairs
• Multiple small holes in the red wool sections
• A few small stains (see photos)

Please inspect all photos closely and feel free to message me with any questions.

Shipping:

Ships internationally via insured delivery.