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Wedding shoes
Wedding shoes of off-white or champagne satin. The shoes have rounded toes, and no ornamentation. The medium-high heel is set under, is rounded at back and sides and curved at front, tapers to center and then swells to base, and is covered with matching satin; it has the same natural brown colored leather on the heel's cap and on the soles of the shoes. Stamped inside both shoes: "2 D13583" Measurements: Length: 22 cm Width: 5.5cm Height: 11cm Heel: 4cm (1 1/2") high on axis w/cap
Lace-up boots
Pair of boots or "High Button Shoes" of gray/silver lamé cloth. The shoes, designed with pointed toes rounded at the tips, lace closed along center front with laces 18 holes high. The high heels are rounded at sides and back, tapering to center and flaring back out at base, and are curved at front. They are covered with the lamé fabric on the back and sides. The sole is of tan and brown leather, as is the cap on the heel. Shoes are lined in off-white cloth. Hand-written notation on inside lining, partly illegible: "37 / .... / 911" Measurements: Length: 26 cm Width: 10cm Height: 26cm Heel: 5.5 cm (2") high on axis w/cap
Satin shoes
Shoes of light brown silk. Slightly pointed with rounded toe. Strap of self fabric with button fastening on outside of foot. Stacked bell-bottom style heel. L: 22.5 cm W: 6 cm H: 9 cm Heel: 3.5 cm / 1 3/8 in.
Black combination
Combinations(?) of black silk taffeta with double net flounce at bottom. Camisole top attached at natural waist, small cap sleeves. Opens down the front with covered buttons, some non-functional and covering hook-and-eyes. Size 16
Leather shoes
Booties of black leather with black button closure; 11 1/2cm length.
Off-white petticoat
Petticoat of off-white cotton with embroidered butterflies and scalloped lace trim at hem.
Ivory petticoat
Petticoat of ivory cotton muslin. Five panel; floor-length with slight train. Narrow waistband without closure. Applied gathered 4-1/2" ruffle at hem.
White cotton petticoat
Petticoat of white cotton. Full length, the narrow waistband secures with single hook-and-eye. Petticoat is gathered into waistband in fine pleats. Lower edge scalloped. Wide band at hem decorated with eyelet lace, white on white embroidery, and large cut-outs backed by fine white mesh.
Linen sunbonnet
Sunbonnet of brown linen with pasteboard staves, crenelated buttoning crown and long tail; crown and tail are separate pieces, sewn together at neck seam; tail fastens to side of brim through 3 off-white buttons on each side; shape of tail is semi-circular; chin ties are narrow hemmed by hand; fabric is a plain weave with both white and brown threads. Measurements: 56 cm. from lowest point of tail to top of crown when laid flat; Brim is 20 cm. deep from outer edge to inner edge.
Grey feather hat
Small grey hat with flat brim turned upward at front. Back adorned with flowers and yellow and grey silk ribbon with feathers. Rim is trimmed with small silver studs. Crown has sequined applique. Back has a bow and flowers.
Embroidered child's shoes
Chinese shoes of pale grey silk with multi-colored silk embroidered flowers; ankle strap with button closure; leather soles; canvas inner; 14cm length. Girl's shoes.
White linen petticoat
White linen petticoat with four rows of ruffles at hem.
Sleeveless blouse
Blouse of off-white linen and lace; sleeveless; lace collar; hook & eye closure.
Leather booties
Booties of brown leather with black wool upper with scalloped button closure; 12cm length.
Baby moccasin booties
Baby booties/moccasins of light brown kidskin (goat leather) with carteledge pleated toe. 3-hole lacing for silk cord closing. Sateen lined.
Cotton petticoat
Petticoat of white cotton batiste. Fitted at waist and bell shaped/flaired below knees ; slightly trained in back. Fine insertion lace in 2-1/2" waves for ribbon insertion. Many rows of narrow inserted lace, 4" band of white embroidery in leaf motif and lace edged hem.
Brown hat
Wide brimmed brown crushed silk velvet hat with large matching brown velvet flower and orange velvet autumn leaves.
Off-white petticoat
Petticoat, off white cotton batiste with three bands of horizontal tucks and lace inserts.
Linen petticoat
Petticoat of off-white linen. Full-length, with plain waistband with drawstring waist. Gathered into waist at sides and back, flat at front. Near Above hem are 4 horizontal pin-tucks. Below pin-tucks is wide added flounce of same material with embroidered hem with triangular "points". Embroidered initials at center front: "NHE" Described as a trousseau petticoat.
Felt hat
Picture hat of dark green wool felt with wide brim, flat crown, and black silk taffeta bow.
Brown bonnet
Flat brown bonnet with embroidered light green lace with gold, rose, olive green, light pink design and trimmed with ochre silk and a silk gold bow garnished with flowers.
Wool petticoat
Petticoat of heavy red wool trimmed with black wool braid. Yoke at waistline with shell button and drawstring of red wool twill tape. Hem is trimmed with a wide flounce with horizontal braid trimming and a smaller plated flounce at the foot.
Black silk corset
Corset covered in black silk, constructed of 6 pieces. Front has 5 clasps, marked "FC Co." Each side has 41 bones of various widths and lengths. The back is laced with 13 eyelets with (now) brown laces. The bottom is finished with a straight silk binding, and the top is finished with a machine made eyelet edging. Most bones have decorative stitching at the top and bottom. Labeled: "Style No. 257 / FC Co. / Pat. Oct. 18, 1880 / Pat. Feb. 3, 1885 / Trade Mark, Aug 8, 1888 / Trade Mark, May 31, 1887"
Folding fan
Folding fan with mother of pearl sticks and guards. The leaf is of black Chantilly lace backed with cream satin. A small bail loop at base of fan has an off-white silk tassel hanging from it.
Neckpiece
Necklace/choker constructed as a 1" band of black velvet with three 5" long scallops of black jet beading in lattice design. No closures.
Cotton petticoat
Petticoat of cotton; white; long; 6 horizontal tucks near hem; eyelet lace flounce at hem.
Silk slippers
Pair of party slippers of pale pink silk satin. Shoes have rounded toes, and wide self strap across instep, which secures with domed coral-colored button on outside edge. Strap, vamp, and upper edges of shoe are edged in slightly darker pink silk ribbon. 1 3/4" high modified Louis or cuban heel. Marked inside shoe: "3-C" (size?) Measurements: Length: 23 cm Width: 8cm Height: 12cm Heel: 4cm (1 3/4") high on axis w/cap
Embroidered shoes
Pair of shoes of white silk damask with embroidery in green, blue, and pink. Around throat and upper edge is band of green embroidered pine cones(?)and scallop band. At toe is embroidered blossom in pale pink and blue, with trailing branches in greens with leaves in greens and buds in pinks and butterflies in greens, pinks, and browns. Along sides are similar embroidered branches, leaves, buds, and blossoms. Throatline of shoe with black banding. At point of throat is applied 3-dimensional flower of silk ribbon. Inner sole of dark tan leather, insides of shoes lined with pink/beige silk(?). Soles of leather, with built-up or stacked 1 1/4" (3cm) modified louis or opera heels. Stamped inside shoes in red are various marks in Chinese(?), and maker's mark, which is mostly illegible. 24 cm. long; 9 cm. at widest point; 9 cm. high at highest point. Heel: 3.5 cm. (1 1/4") high at axis.
Velvet hat
Toque style hat of moss green velvet. Draped green velvet crown worked over a stiffened buckram frame. The top of the crown is embellished with an appliquéd filigree of bullion work, gold-tone braid and green and yellow rhinestones. Rolled wired brim of woven yellow, cream and purple silk ribbons accented with black chenille ribbon. The brim is diagonally draped with matching green velvet and moss green silk taffeta ribbon centered with pink, black and yellow stripes. The right front temple of the brim is accented with a cluster of purple and lavender artificial violets. There are two spherical black enameled head hatpins with long tines. Moss green polished cotton lining with drawstring adjustment. Black buckram crown frame. No labels.
Miser purse
Miser purse of gray velvet with iridescent glass and pearl beads as trim; fringe of matching beading. Both panels taper at the ends into a triangular point. Two rings covered with matching velvet. Measurements: 44 cm from top of bag to bottom of beaded fringe when bag is folded over; 14 cm across the bag right before the taper. 79 cm unfolded, total length excluding beaded fringe.
Leather boots
Ladies lace-up boots of black leather with whole vamp and pointed toe. Round, black cord laces.
Dress shoes
Ladies dress shoes of gray suede with grosgrain ribbon ties and sharp pointed toes. Narrow cream piping around openings. Louis heel.
Crocodile handbag
Handbag of brown crocodile with two feet attached to front face; stiffened ridge at center and smooth sides. Single contoured handle with brass fasteners. Inverted rectangular frame. Closure consists of two slides at ends with center slide and pull tab. Leather lined with inner accessory pocket. No labels.
Lace pin
Brooch or lace pin of black jet or onyx. Rectangular shape with three tiny pearls set in gold stars. Carved design at one end. Cooper/brass pin closure. Measures 2 1/4" x 1/2"
Hair comb
Hair comb of ivory with ornamental open work top. No markings.
Motoring goggles
Motoring goggles. Leather(?) panel in "domino mask" shape; inset with two circular aluminum cylinders holding circular glass lenses. Plaited brown cord to secure to wearer's head. Possible replica. No marks or labels. Measurements: 8" long x 5" wide. Lenses 2" diam.
Slippers
Pair of lady's slippers of brown kid leather with jet beading. Designed with pointed toes, the uppers are of brown kid leather, heavily decorated with radiating patterns of jet beads, over toe, around sides and throughout openwork that decorates throat and sides of shoes. Originally had sewn-in ties across the instep. Lined in black leather. Soles of black leather. High heels are of modified French style, sometimes called "spool" style, with rounded sides and back, flaring to base, and with curved front. There are no marks or labels in the shoes. The brown ribbons in photographs are not original, are to hold the shoe closed in place of original ribbons, now missing. Measurements: Length: 25 cm. Width: 7 cm. Height: 11 cm. Heel: 4.5 cm. (1 3/4") high on axis with cap.
Crochet reticule
Larger cream/off-white crocheted drawstring reticule with 9 balls of self-trim, satin lined.
Embellished cape
Cape of dense black gabardine, hip length, with hook and eye closure at the neck, short standing collar, hand beading across chest and back, with jet beads stitched in swirls across the front and in the center back and over the shoulders a net of jet beads hanging as an overlay. No markings
Day hat
Day/house hat of creme silk. Wide, wired brimmed hat with gold stitching throughout. Wide, low crown with ruffled brim. Pink flowers under and above brim. Large bow of self at back. Measurements: Front to back: ca. 29 cm. without "frill' Side to side: ca. 32 cm. without "frill" Height: ca. 9 cm. as worn, without "frill".
Vest
Vest of teal, navy blue and black plaid basketweave wool. Notched shawl collar; double breasted with composition buttons; four welt pockets at chest and waist. Black sateen back and lining; interior flap pocket at right chest. No labels.
Embellished gloves
Gloves of pale cream leather with dark brown binding and snaps. Three lines of braid decoration on back of hand, 2 button length.
Pearl-snap gloves
Gloves of white kid with pearl snaps; 12 button length.
Opera mitts
Mitts of black lace, fingerless, opera length.
Afternoon dress
Afternoon dress ensemble of navy jacquard with green and cream floral print. Consists of: A) Bodice with lace embelishments as if yoke but beneath faux vest of chartreuse green; geometric pleating in front; black velvet and chartreuse accent at collar; hook and eye closures at center front; remnants of ruffled trim on cuffs. B) Skirt; pleating in center; navy ruffle trim
Headscarf
Headscarf.
Dress Ensemble
Gray silk faille ensemble with green velvet accents.
Cape
Capelet of black velvet with midnight blue(?) cord and soutache decoration.
Velvet capelet
Capelet of burgundy velvet with brown mottled fur trim at collar, center front opening, hem, and bands down back. Elbow length, with appliques of copper beading on upper back. Center front opening. Blue-violet silk lining.
Dress Ensemble
Dress ensemble of green chiffon voile.
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