Women's Walking Suit, c. 1900

Woven Textile

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Historic Stonington

Name/Title

Women's Walking Suit, c. 1900

Entry/Object ID

2024.400.009

Description

Cream colored women's walking suit, circa 1900. Two pieces. Top features hook and eye closure, wasp waistline, leg of mutton sleeves, and boning. Fitted part of sleeves feature chevron pattern in velvet ribbon of a light brown color. High collar, velvet ribbon at waist. Hand and machine sewn. Skirt is plain, made of the same cream colored cotton and linen. No pockets. Hook and eye closure at waist. No train or bustling.

Collection

Meeker Collection