Fashion Plate

Name/Title

Fashion Plate

Entry/Object ID

2022.35.0394

Description

Five women and a child are posed showing off the latest fashion in a indoor setting. The woman all the way to the left is dressed in a white wedding gown. She is turned so the viewer can see the long veil and lace detailing. The woman to the right of her is dressed in purple and black. Her dress has beaded detailing throughout the skirt and shoulder. The center front, shoulder lining and base trim is adorned with pleated ruffles. The woman to the right of her, in the middle is dressed in a elegant wedding dress with intricate detailing. There is a variety of rouching, beading, and lace. Her hair is curled to the side, with a bun securing the veil. She is holding a small red book. The child in front of her is dressed in a grey and red dress and matching hat. The woman to the right is dressed in a blue dress with matching buttons and fur-like trimming. She is holding a matching muff of the same fur. Her hat is a crochet hat with a yellow feather. The woman all the way to the right is dressed in a mustard yellow and emerald-green ensemble. The dress is detailed with fur-like trimming and geometric cuts to the dress openings. Her hair is secured with a matching green headband.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1868

Place

State/Province

New York

Country

United States of America

Continent

North America

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Manufacturer's Mark

Location

Bottom below depiction

Transcription

Kimmel & Forster NY

Language

English

Material/Technique

Printed

Type

Printed

Location

Bottom center

Transcription

Godey's Fashions for January 1868

Language

English

Material/Technique

Printed

Material

Paper