Antique Stuttgarter Normal Sanitary Union and 19 similar items

Rare antique Stuttgarter Normal Sanitary union suit, full-body one-piece design with back trap door. Crafted circa late 19th to early 20th century, this example is in excellent preserved condition for its age. All buttons present, gusseted construction, and original tailoring intact. Color is much lighter than photos suggest (likely once white/cream). Condition Great antique condition. All buttons intact. Fabric sturdy and wearable with care. Minor age toning consistent with storage but remarkable overall preservation. Provenance Note The Stuttgarter Normal Sanitary Underwear Company, based in Stuttgart, Germany, specialized in health-focused undergarments during the late Victorian/Edwardian period. Their union suits were marketed as hygienic and body-supportive, reflecting 19th-century innovations in ?sanitary? fashion. Surviving examples with labels are scarce. Style Aesthetics ? Steampunk + Gothic revival base layer ? Historical reenactment / collector?s piece ? Antique slow fashion Styling Tips Ideal for museum display or costuming in Victorian/Edwardian productions. Could be styled under period-correct trousers/suspenders for reenactments. Works as a collectible textile example for antique clothing study. Measurements (laid flat) Chest: up to 34" Waist: up to 30" Neck to gusset: 27?28" Approx. Modern Size Best fits a US men?s XS/S or women?s S, though sizing is antique and cut close to the body. Fit Guide Intended as a snug undergarment. Recommend for smaller frames if worn. Fabric / Materials Fine cotton knit (lighter in person than photos suggest), button front, back trap door with button closure. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 19th-century sanitary underwear, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for shopping at the Cats Pajamas PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!