Collection Highlights
The Draft Riots in New York- The Battle in Second Avenue
Date:
1863
Object Number:
PR.020.100.4
Medium:
Wood Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Shawl
Object Number:
1945.73
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Velvet, silk
Dimensions:
Overall: 18 x 23 in. ( 45.7 x 58.4 cm )
Description:
Burgundy velvet triangular shawl with a round collar split from rounded lapels that come to a point; collar and lapels embroidered with red, green, yellow, blue and pink floral design; collar and and pointed shawl hem trimmed with burgandy fringe decorated with multicolored pipping in the shape of flowers; lined with pink silk.
Credit Line:
Purchase
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
