Caroline Harrison: Caroline Harrison Black Silk Mourning Dress with Velvet
Entry/Object ID
2003.00.43 AB
Description
2-piece black silk mourning dress with velvet embroidery; dress worn to the funeral of Secretary of the Navy Benjamin Tracey's wife, daughter, and maid when they died in a fire in their home in Washington D. C. - there is a drawing of her wearing this to the funeral. Photo of dress located in the original database. This is part of a set that includes a bonnet (2003.00.43 C) and handbag (2003.00.43 D)