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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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Reticule

Object/Artifact

Tan and purple ombre striped brocaded silk top attached to trapezoidal ‘saddle-tan’ leather side pieces, molded fan/shell/pineapple design with stamped gilt border around the edges. Top edge originally finished with casing for drawstrings, now covered with early cream and white silk ribbon extending into loop and bow for carrying. Lined with PW cotton, inked inscription/C 36[?]/--Leather base, 6.5” wide x 4.25” high. Overall, 9.25”

G96.100

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Accessory

Adult, Female

Historic Costume

1800 - 1825

4-1/4 in

6-1/2 in

9-1/4 in

Mary Miller Hedges

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