Black, eyelash jacket with braid and chenille beaded, fringe trim.
Creator
Strawbridge and Clothier
Date
1890-1899
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-1989
Coverage
United States
Extent
Waist: 36"
Curator Notes
Good condition. Slight color fading, three buttons missing. Trim beginning to unravel. Ghost bustle has been created under the peplum at back to create proper silhouette. Lining has shattered.
Black, faille mantelet with scrolled braid applique, lace trim and beaded fringe.
Creator
Unknown designer
Date
1890-1899
Contributor
Anonymous donor
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-825
Coverage
Unknown
Extent
Bust: 32" Waist: 27.75"
Curator Notes
Fair condition. Lace edging beginning to detach. Scrolled braid applique fraying. Slight discoloration over entire piece. Shoulders beginning to disintegrate. All but one of the front closures are missing.