Antique late 19th century blue wool/ sateen bodice and bustle skirt ensemble, wonderful raised white embroideries throughout. Ivory silk bodice, brass, button, blue dot silk ribbon, boned interior. Measures: 32" bust, 28" waist bodice. Skirt: 28" waist, 38" length.

Provenance:The Family property of Sam R. Costello, a close associate of Al Capone, as seen in the infamous “Lawn Photo” at the far right depicting many notable members of the Chicago Outfit.

Please follow the link to view the family photos.
The first file is the detailed family history and provenance via PDF.

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Sam R. Costello's untimely death took place on February 10th, 1938 at the behest of Jim Emery and due to a dispute over territory. Al Capone's wish for a lasting "friendship" between the two, as seen in the 1931 baptism photo, was short-lived. This collection of cherished artifacts traces its origins through several generations of the Battaglia and Costello families, hailing from Termini Imerese and Caccamo in Sicily, Italy. The families immigrated from these neighboring towns to the Chicago / Chicago Heights area at the turn of the Century.

Fair outer with various staining. Interior is in poor condition with many stains, openings to boning. See detailed photos.