1844. No. 12

Name/Title

1844. No. 12

Entry/Object ID

2022.35.0363

Description

Fashion plate depicting three women, a man, and a boy. The first woman, viewed from the back, is wearing a pink dress with a wide lace bertha. On her head, a white turban with green and pink detailing and bronze fringe. The second woman a white dress with a lace bertha and flowers all down the center front of the bodice and skirt. On her head, a similar turban. The man is wearing a black tailcoat and pantaloons with a white, embroidered waistcoat. In his hand, a black top hat. The third woman is wearing a white dress with long, tight sleeves under a lace jacket. On her head, a veil that trails down to around knee-level. The boy is wearing a blue frock coat with gold trim and gold epaulettes. Above them, illustrations of five articles of headwear.

Artwork Details

Medium

Colored Engraving, Paper

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Fashion Plate
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Plate No. 12

Date made

1844

Time Period

19th Century, Mid 19th Century

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Transcription

1844. / No. 12

Other Names and Numbers

Other Numbers

Number Type

Old Number

Other Number

2005.110.36