Antique Adjustable Dress Form Mannequin - Historical Tailoring Tool #3479045 (License: Personal Use)

This detailed illustration shows a period dressmaker’s mannequin with a black fabric-covered torso, vertical lacing channels for waist adjustment, and a collapsible wire cage extending from the hips to support full skirts during garment construction. The mannequin stands on a sturdy metal tripod base with casters for mobility and includes a headpiece with a tightening knob for height and posture control. Its design reflects early 20th-century tailoring practices where precise fit and structural draping were essential.

Used in fashion history archives, museum exhibits, costume design studios, and sewing education resources; ideal for users researching vintage garment construction, historical dress forms, or seeking visual references for period-accurate tailoring tools.