Explore our Collections
Historic Costume | Fine and Decorative Arts
Welcome to our Online Collections Database! Below you will find a searchable database showcasing images and information regarding tens of thousands of items in our online collection. Search using search terms, key words, object names, or names of historical figures to locate specific items, or, peruse at random to enjoy the breadth of collections available for view.
As we continue to digitize collections at GCV&M, more objects will populate this new virtual resource. Please continue to check back, and reach out with any questions!
Questions? Contact our Curatorial Department at (585) 294-8240 or email jjohnson@gcv.org. Interested in donating an object to the collections at GCV&M? Click here to learn more.
Capelet
Object/Artifact
Entirely hand stitched white cotton. Pointed front and back, rather large. Narrow overcast seams with running stitch. Border of 8 rows of pin tucks between each of 3 rows of chain stitched flower sprays with holes for centers. Pin tucked and matching embroidered eyelet frill all around.
G89.225
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1865 - 1885
User Age: Youth Gender: Female
Capelet
White
Batiste
Cotton
Embroidered
Pelerine