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2 Views of a Coat, on a Stairway
Object/Artifact
Lady in large blue silk coat lined with yellow, huge gigot sleeves, wide double pelerine collar with deep scalloped hem tipped with solid tassels. Long blue cords with decorative tassels. Light blue bonnet. Pale back view, lady descending steps behind her. 2 views of a wired headdress with ribbons and frills.
2022.35.0344
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Modenspiegel, Plate No. 45a
1833 - 1835
Old Number
2005.110.17
Paper