Robe, Lap

Name/Title

Robe, Lap

Description

Lap robe made of wool. Underside is a solid dark color, sort of charcoal gray. Hem or border is a brownish cloth. Top is done in red gold, browns, some black. Colors appear to run in bands with other colors in that band added as a highlight. Two edges and the middle have a red band with gold highlights in a sort of floral pattern. Lap robes were used in open buggies to keep people warm. Donor said that her father used this one in the St. Louis, Missouri area around 1890.

Collection

Frances R. Ryan

Acquisition

Accession

1981.048

Source or Donor

Ryan, Frances R.

Acquisition Method

Donation

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1890

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Create Date

August 10, 2000

Update Date

November 21, 2024