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2 Ladies, White Pelisse, Plaid Reticule
Object/Artifact
2 ladies, front and back of white pelisse with [mother of] pearl buttons, grosgrain bonnet trimmed with straw edging.
2022.35.0109
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Journal des Dames et des Modes
1826
Technique: Hand Colored
French
Capotes de gros de Naples bordées de tresses de paille et ornées de fleurs et d'épis. Redingotes d'organdi garnies de malines et de boutons de nacre.
French
Bonnets of gros de Naples edged with straw braid and trimmed with flowers and wheat. Redingotes of organdy trimmed with malines lace and pearl buttons.
1826. Costumes Parisiens. (2436)
Old Number
95.005.11
Paper