Name/Title
DressEntry/Object ID
1959.18.2a-bDescription
Two-piece grey silk dress consisting of a bodice and skirt. The bodice opens at the center front and secures with 12 brown buttons. The sleeves are 3/4 length, and the cuffs are decorated with self-fabric ruffles. The bodice is shaped to the wearer by four tucks, each of which has been let out about 1/4" from the original seam. There is a short, standing collar. The skirt consists of a false underskirt and front drape. The drape is edged with chenille fringe, and the there is room for a back bustle.Context
Worn by Lottie E. Smith of Standish, ME, at her marriage to Edward F. Willey of Newmarket, NH, in Concord, VT, June 12, 1882.Acquisition
Accession
1959.18Source or Donor
Leach, Catherine C.Acquisition Method
GiftLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
DressNomenclature Sub-Class
Main GarmentsNomenclature Class
ClothingNomenclature Category
Category 03: Personal ObjectsRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Frye, Lottie E. Smith (1865-1949)Related Places
Place
Town
ConcordCounty
Essex CountyState/Province
VermontCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North America