Online Collections Database

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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.

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. 

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Photograph

Woman wearing plain dress with split stand-up collar and buttons that have flower-like images on them. At her neck is a circular pin with a twisted wire center. On back of card bottom right, very tiny "Retta" On front of card Frank Allen Catskill, N.Y.

2025.16.381

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jewelry

The Drs. Revak & Lustig Antique Brooch Collection

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1870 - 1890

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