Name/Title
blouseEntry/Object ID
2025.014.001Description
Blouse, beaded. Black high neck blouse with collar and peplum waist. Black glass bugle beads arranged in a chevron pattern throughout the jacket. Black buttons run down the length of the jacket. Fair condition, discoloration and damage on the underarms from wear, some beads have come off due to wear. Handsewn circa 1900s.Context
Sewn and worn by Louisa Virginia Powers Fretwell (b: Apr. 22, 1867 d: Dec. 8, 1918) of Freedom, Carroll County. Possibly used as mourning attire.Acquisition
Accession
2025.014Source or Donor
Leonard EastonAcquisition Method
Gift
