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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.

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Coat, Front and Back Views

Object/Artifact

Blue redingote with deep black fur hem, and matching tippet; sleeves are graduated in fullness, with bands retaining the fullness in three places, with upturned vandykes like sepals above them. High out-turned vandyked collar. Huge pink hat with large ribbon bows and long streamers mingled with white frills and plumes. Blue bootees. Monochrome back view.

2022.35.0608

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Journal des Dames et des Modes

1828 - 1828

1828. Costumes Parisiens. (2584)

Chapeau de satin. Robe de satin à corsage et manches hérissés de points.

French

Hat of satin. Gown of satin with bodice and sleeves bristling with points.

Old Number

2019.012.3

Paper

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