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A Man and Two Boys in the Park
Object/Artifact
The man shows the back of a black frock coat with discreet gray and black checked pantaloons. The older boy wears a black spencer with a pointed waist, light gray pegged pantaloons and a red and yellow little cravat. The younger one is still in skirts, a dark blue dress with pleated frill or fringe edging defining a pointed yoke; a wide straight neckline, buttons down the front of the skirt, and elbow length sleeves, this worn over a regular white shirt. Matching hip length cape and peaked cap. Blue bootees and white socks.
2022.35.0351
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Modes De Paris, Plate No. 44b
1843
Paper