Collection Highlights
Speech of His Excellency George Washington, Esq; president of the United States of America, delivered to the Honorable the Congress
Date:
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1789.39
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cape: lavander w/silver trim
Object Number:
INV.12206
Date:
1850-1890
Medium:
Silk, metallic thread
Dimensions:
Overall: 105 1/2 x 55 1/2 in. ( 268 x 141 cm )
Description:
Pink silk moiré train trimmed with padded white silk covered with silver metallic braided thread; heavily pleated and bustled at the waist; ties in front.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
