Good condition. Wrinkles have been released as much as possible without damaging garment. Light damage on waistband of belt. Ghost bustle has been created in order to create proper silhouette.
Black, faille bodice with pleated, asymmetrical front and back.
Creator
Unknown designer
Date
1880-1889
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-1950
Coverage
Unknown
Extent
Bust: 35.63" Waist: 25.75"
Curator Notes
Good condition. Fabric covering buttons are disintegrating, one button missing. Wrinkles have been released as much as possible without damaging garment. Ghost bustle has been created under the peplum at back to create proper silhouette. Fabric has shattered at neckline. Minor staining on bodice.
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.
White, faille coat with large, triangle collar and elaborate embroidery with crocheted flower tassel fringe.
Creator
Unknown designer
Date
1900-1909
Contributor
Gift from Elizabeth S. Brown
Identifier
HCC_FA_2018-796
Coverage
Unknown
Curator Notes
Good condition. Small brown stains scattered throughout right sleeve shows signs of damage and subsequent repair, which has resulted in a curve at the tip of the cuff.