Doll handkerchief
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 4 x 4 in. ( 10.2 x 10.2 cm )
Description:
Square white linen doll's handkerchief with embroidered scalloped edge and leaf motif in corner.
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.40
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57999
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Pair of doll gloves
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Leather
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 3/4 in. ( 4.4 cm )
Description:
Pair of beige leather doll gloves with brown stitching and white leather edging.
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.37ab
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57998
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Doll blanket in carrying strap
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Wool, leather, metal
Dimensions:
Overall (when rolled up): 2 1/8 x 5 1/4 x 3 1/2 in. (5.4 x 13.3 x 8.9 cm)
Description:
Blue, green and black wool plaid doll's picnic blanket with fringed edges rolled in brown leather carrying strap with 2 metal buckles.
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.32ab
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57997
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Pair of doll stockings
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Cotton
Dimensions:
overall:: 5 in. ( 12.7 cm )
Description:
Pair of blue and white striped cotton doll's stockings.
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.30ab
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57996
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Doll sash
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Silk
Dimensions:
overall:: 10 x 4 in. ( 25.4 x 10.2 cm )
Description:
Blue silk grosgrain ribbon belt with bow and streamers. (Possible to be worn with dress 2004.47.6ab.)
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.27
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57995
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Doll hat
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Straw
Dimensions:
overall:: 7/8 x 3 1/8 in. ( 2.2 x 7.9 cm )
Description:
Grey straw doll's boating hat, elasticized strap.
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.24
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57947
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Pair of doll shoes
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Leather, metal
Dimensions:
overall:: 2 1/2 x 7/8 x 2 1/2 in. ( 6.4 x 2.2 x 6.4 cm )
Description:
Brown leather bottines with low Louis heel; three metal buttons and scalloped-edge closures; white silk thread tassels at sides.
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.20ab
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57943
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Pair of doll shoes
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Leather, silk, cotton
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 1/4 x 1 x 2 1/4 in. ( 3.2 x 2.5 x 5.7 cm )
Description:
Pink silk taffeta doll shoes with leather Louis heel and central pink silk bow; lined with leather sole and white cotton at sides. Stamped on leather sole "T" in a rectangle and "3". Probably to be worn with pink silk dress (2004.47.3abc).
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.18ab
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57011
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Doll's shift
Classification:
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Cotton
Dimensions:
overall:: 17 1/2 in. ( 44.4 cm )
Description:
White cotton long sleeved doll's shift with pin-tucking at shoulders and down front placket; eyelet trim at neck, sleeves and front placket; two button closures at front.
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.15
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57010
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
Doll's petticoat and split-crotch drawers
Classification:
Highlight:
Not promoted
Date:
1870-1880
Medium:
Cotton
Dimensions:
Part (drawers): 9 1/4 in. (23.5 cm)
Part (petticoat): 10 3/4 in. (27.3 cm)
Description:
White cotton petticoat with pin-tucking and lace at hem, gathered at waist; white cotton split-crotch drawers with pin-tucking and lace at hem, button closure at back.
Credit Line:
Gift of Marian F. Fraser
Object Number:
2004.47.10ab
Gallery Label:
This doll, Helen, her wardrobe and trunk were originally owned by Mary Augusta Colson whose seafaring family roots were in Brooklyn, New York and New England. The doll was purchased for Mary as a favor to Captain Colson by the owner of his ship, Vernon H. Brown in 1876. Mrs. Brown spent weeks with her dressmaker designing the most current fashions for the doll. Mary was later photographed with her doll in Boston, as were successive generations of female descendants, including the donor.
Date Begin:
0
Date End:
1880
eMuseum Object ID:
57009
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
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