Collection Highlights
Group of Chicago Zouave Cadets
Date:
Object Number:
PR.049.FF.MIL.CHIZOU
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Collar
Object Number:
INV.957
Date:
1840-1880
Medium:
Silk
Dimensions:
overall (as worn): 20 x 34 1/2 in. ( 50.8 x 87.6 cm )
overall (unfolded): 20 x 34 1/2 in. ( 50.8 x 87.6 cm )
Description:
Machine made white silk lace collar (bertha collar) with tulle ground and appliquéd floral motif around the outer edges, scalloped outer edge.
Gallery Label:
This bertha collar belonged to Catherine Rebecca Jewett Francis.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
