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5 Ladies in Mantles, Gallery, Mat

Object/Artifact

Ladies in gallery setting. First shows back of dull blue ensemble, fringed cloak, pink plumed bonnet. Next wears gray coat with cape sleeves lined with pink, carries fur muff. Third has blue mantle shaped to fit over the arm and hang long in front, trimmed with white fur. Next wears green striped dress with chevron rows of ruching on bodice. Last wears simple black or gray dress with matching pelerine and brown fur muff.

2022.35.0098

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

1842 - 1846

fashion plate

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Old Number

94.020

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