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1844. No. 12
Fashion plate depicting three women, a man, and a boy. The first woman, viewed from the back, is wearing a pink dress with a wide lace bertha. On her head, a white turban with green and pink detailing and bronze fringe. The second woman a white dress with a lace bertha and flowers all down the center front of the bodice and skirt. On her head, a similar turban. The man is wearing a black tailcoat and pantaloons with a white, embroidered waistcoat. In his hand, a black top hat. The third woman is wearing a white dress with long, tight sleeves under a lace jacket. On her head, a veil that trails down to around knee-level. The boy is wearing a blue frock coat with gold trim and gold epaulettes. Above them, illustrations of five articles of headwear.
2022.35.0363
Colored Engraving
Paper
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Fashion Plate
Historic Costume
Plate No. 12
1844
19th Century
Mid 19th Century
1844. / No. 12
Old Number
2005.110.36