1879 Graduation Ensemble
Date: 1879
Ivory ensemble of silk satin and lace with taffeta trim: basque bodice of ivory satin; fitted; with 3/4 length sleeves; lace ruffle trim at collar and down CF and cuffs. Skirt of ivory satin; panel of lace at front, fullness at back to accommodate…
Brown Wool and Velvet Bustle Ensemble
Date: 1880 (circa)
Ensemble (day dress) of brown merino wool and velvet, with basque bodice and bustled skirt; bodice has standing velvet collar and velvet lapels, center front button closure with brown crochet covered buttons, 2 piece set in sleeve with velvet cuff,…
Full Length Bustle Cage (4)
Cotton tape and metal bustle cage; 27 metal rings attached to cotton with studs every inch; seven vertical bands of cotton tape; buckle center front waist; very wide weave of cotton tape center bottom; cotton tape has pattern of stripes and diamonds.