Robe, Lap

Name/Title

Robe, Lap

Description

2 layers of wool sewn together; one layer is in a plaid pattern of red, black and shades of brown; other side is a solid dark color. lap robes were used in horse and buggies and early automobiles as a way to keep the legs warm during winter driving. Used by Clyde Hamilton 1899-1979

Collection

Chet & Fern Hamilton

Acquisition

Accession

1984.035

Source or Donor

Chet & Fern Hamilton

Acquisition Method

Donation

Made/Created

Date made

1890

Notes

Early Date: 1890

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Mar 14, 2001

Create Date

March 14, 2001

Update Date

April 14, 2004