Name/Title
Bigelow & Co., muff and neckpiece, Brooklyn, N.Y., 1867-69Entry/Object ID
1981.01.02Description
Ermine muff with silk lining. Belonged to Abbie Rowell Tredick, possibly purchased for her January 1870 wedding. The muff is lined in silk, and is rather petite in proportion. Also includes matching ermine neckpiece.
Both pieces are in the original box, which shows they were ordered from New York by Abbie herself.Acquisition
Accession
1981.01Source or Donor
Brewster, Charles TredickAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
Gift of Charles Tredick BrewsterLabel/Inscription/Signature
Notes
Maker's Mark: Bigelow & Co.
Hatters and Furriers
No. 185 Fulton Street, Brooklyn
Manufacturers and Importers of
Ladies' Fancy Furs, Gents' s Silk, Felt & Cloth Hats,
Ladies', Misses and Children's Fancy Hats and CapsProvenance
Notes
Objects donated by the grandson of Abbie Rowell Tredick
