Collection Highlights
Architect's Sign
Date:
ca. 1837
Object Number:
1953.197
Medium:
Wood
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Petticoat
Object Number:
1978.65.11
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Cotton, needlepoint lace
Dimensions:
Overall: 40 x 24 1/2 in. ( 101.6 x 62.2 cm )
Description:
White cotton sleeveless christening gown petticoat with a round neckline; cotton drawstring strung around the neckline; pleated around the waistline; extremely long skirt with three bands of four tucks and a band of floral needlepoint lace above the hem; hem trimmed with needlepoint lace; two mother-of-pearl buttons at the back.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Hayward F. Manice
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
