Fair condition. Severe light damage. Fabric around edge of crown has shattered. Hat brim is misshapen. Interior structure beginning to disintegrate, exposing collapsible mechanism.
Floral print, chiffon bodice with pleated sleeves and green, floral ribbon.
Creator
Unknown designer
Date
1850-1859
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-2306
Coverage
Unknown
Extent
Bust: 28" Waist: 23"
Curator Notes
Good condition. Bodice stained from wear. Bodice has the following handwritten inside of it: Age 18 yrs. Weight 90 lbs. Wedding Clothes, May 20th 1856.
Good condition. Metal hoop at top is warped. Missing closures at back. Two tucks have been taken at waistband to decrease waist size. Small stains throughout crinoline. Layers have been extremely creased. We have released them as much as possible.