Collection Highlights
Come in, and Prevent a "Draft"
Date:
ca. 1863
Object Number:
PR.055.3.105
Medium:
Paper
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Museum Collections
Toiletry case: w/ribbon flower bouquets
Object Number:
INV.11332
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Silk, metal, glass, celluloid
Dimensions:
Overall: 12 x 3 1/2 x 1/2 in. ( 30.5 x 8.9 x 1.3 cm )
Description:
Green dressing case with metal frame covered with velvet, embroidered panels on both sides, braided ribbon strap, celluloid clasp; one side has bouquet of ribbon roses and outline of vase and foliage in white floss, the other side has clusters of ribbon roses and background floral pattern in white floss, inside contains mirror and pockets in blue satin with taffeta lining.
Credit Line:
Gift of George A. Zabriskie
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
