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Cloche
Cloche of straw, silk, chiffon, etc. The hat is styled with an irregular, deep crown which flares slightly at base to act as a residual brim. The surface of the hat is composed of bands of various materials and ornamentation, including narrow border bands of woven golden straw, bands of off-white chiffon which are sewn through to create rows of diagonal "puffs", similar bands of narrow threading, and a wide band of brown silk. The top of the crown is formed of a diamond shape of the brown silk bordered with the narrow threaded diagonal bands. Hat lined in black fabric, with embroidered logo and maker's label: "New York [Image of a lady in hat] Paris / Arle Hats / Inc."
Cloche
Cloche hat of tan linen. The off-the-face cloche has a high, domed crown embellished with white saddle stitching along seams. The brim is of the same material, folded up at front and descending down at sides and is turned down at back. At center back is a separation in the brim, with a small tan linen bow between the sections. The hat is unlined, with a brown grosgrain ribbon inner hatband inside the base of the crown. Maker's label sewn to inner hatband: "Reproduction / Rose Descat / 22 Rue Royale / Paris"; Second label sewn to inner hatband: "Made in France"
Cloche
Cloche hat of olive green silk velvet. The domed crown is constructed in eight sections, and surrounded by a pleated band of the same materials. Around the base of the crown is a band of green and silver metallic woven fabric. At right side of hat are two wide pendant green velvet ribbons, and applied to the side above the ribbons are peach/pink and cream velvet blossoms with green cloth leaves. Flowers attach with straight pins. Hat is lined in black. No labels.
Cloche
Cloche hat of black silk velvet. The rigid crown has a flattened top, and sides formed of gathers of the velvet forming horizontal ridges. The brim is a soft, gathered and padded "ruffle" of the same velvet. The hat is lined in a black satin. Sewn inside crown is retailer's label: "Neiman-Marcus Co. / Dallas New York".
Cloche
Cloche style hat covered in net with silver metallic thread embroidery. Swirls of midnight blue velvet at sides. Black velvet border. Lined in turquoise blue silk.
Cloche
Cloche hat of royal blue velvet and silver lace. The cylindrical crown is of royal blue velvet, slightly domed and slightly "crushed". The top panel of the crown is of silver lace over a dark fabric. Around the sides of the crown, nearer the top than the base, is a horizontal band of the same silver lace. The shallow brim is constructed of the royal blue velvet and overlaid with the silver lace, which extends beyond the edge of the velvet. The crown is lined in a cream/iridescent satin; most of the underside of the brim is lined with blue velvet. Maker's label embroidered to center inner lining panel of crown: [pseudo coat of arms] "The Denver Dry Goods Co. / Paris New York / Denver", with small embroidered "FRONT" indicating the front of the hat. Retailer's label sewn to inner side of crown: "Parisian / Abilene, Tex."
Cloche
Cloche style hat of beige crocheted straw. The rounded crown with tucks and folds is created of beige straw which has been crocheted. Around base of crown is band of dark brown piping. Shallow brim is turned up around sides and back, with wide edge band of brown satin with parallel rows of stitching. Front of brim has radiating ridges worked into straw. Hat is lined with dark beige satin. Designer's label sewn into crown: "Budwig / Ltd."
Cloche and Scarf Set
Cloche hat of embroidered pink linen. The slightly domed crown is made of pink linen with all-over tiny white embroidered polka-dots. The matching brim is turned up at front, sewn to crown, and descends at sides, turning downwards at back. At center back the brim is split, with a bow of the same fabric affixed at the split. The hat is lined with white silk. There are no labels or tags in the hat. The hat is accompanied by a necktie/scarf of the same fabric. Original records indicate the set is probably French in origin.
Cloche hat
Cloche style hat with tan velvet crown trimmed in gold soutache and rick rack braid. White and mauve artificial silk flowers at right side. Rolled mauve silk brim at back and right side.
Cloche hat
Cloche style hat with tan velvet crown trimmed in gold soutache and rick rack braid. White and mauve artificial silk flowers at right side. Rolled mauve silk brim at back and right side.
Clutch
Clutch style purse of brown leather and denim blue cording embellished with brass star on front face. Hidden snap closure of brass. Lined in blue moire with two slip pockets. Includes beveled mirror backed in matching blue moire; measures 3" x 2 1/4". Measurements: Width: 8 1/16" Height: 5 1/2" Depth: 1/2"
Clutch purse
Clutch purse of beige with chain stitch and tiny antique opaque white beads. Rectangular brass frame with two jade colored cabochons at twist closure. Lined in cream colored satin with single elasticized pocket. No labels. Measurements: 14cm across frame; 12.5 cm in height.
Clutch purse
Clutch purse in envelope style of slate blue and white fine cording. Silver circular closure. Lined in slate blue moire; two slip pockets. Contains envelope style change purse of matching blue moire lined in ivory faille. Stamped inside: Made in France
Coin purse
Coin purse of navy silk taffeta. Inverted rectangular frame; twist closure. No labels. Measurements: 10 cm across frame x 8 cm.
Coin purse
Coin purse in circular shape of glass beads shades of white and light blue with rose flower design in center. Semicircular brass frame and ball twist closure. Trimmed with black bead loop and 5mm crystal on bottom. Pink rope handle. Cream colored cotton lining. Measurements: 9.5 cm diameter from frame to bottom.
Coin purse
Coin purse of black silk taffeta. Inverted frame; brass ball twist closure. No labels. Measurements: 8 cm across top of frame; 8 cm from top of frame to center of bottom.
Combination undergarment
Combinations undergarment of embroidered off-white cotton with pin pleats at front bodice and open tape-lace at waistline; sleeveless, with wide scooping neckline; scalloped trim throughout; floral embroidery and tape-lace insets at top and front hemline of bottom; center-back mother-of-pearl closure. Formed as a shift with legs, a combination of a shift and drawers.
Combination undergarment
Girl's pale pink cotton combination undergarment. Square neckline, sleeveless with shoulder straps. Buttons down back with drop seat.
Combination undergarment
Combinations undergarment of embroidered off-white cotton with pin pleats at front and back bodice, and open tape-lace at waistline; sleeveless, with wide scooping neckline woven with silk ribbon; scalloped trim throughout; floral embroidery at neckline and at hem of bloomers; center-back mother-of-pearl closure. The garment combines a shift with drawers, hence "Combinations".
Cotton petticoat
Undergarment formed as a full-length slip with a second inner petticoat layer at base, the whole of off-white cotton with drop waist and lace trim. Drop waistband of fluted, embroidered rectangles; gathered skirt trimmed with floral embroidery. Sleeveless, with scoop neckline; princess seams; underskirt with lace trim ruffle; full-length; center-back mother-of-pearl closure.
Crochet reticule
Reticule of crocheted gold metallic and cream thread. Drawstring closure of self with braided drawstring ending in two gold balls on each end. Pink satin faille lining. Round, structured base of same. No labels. Measurements: 15 cm in length, base 7.5 cm in diameter.
Day dress
Day dress of dark blue silk crepe with red silk accents. Knee length, long sleeves, loose shift silhouette, square neckline created with triangle-shaped insert at bustline, giving the impression of a center front opening lined on both sides with mother of pearl buttons. Red silk accents as faux tie at neckline, three inserts at wide cuffs of long sleeves, and as band at hemline. No labels or makers marks. Losses throughout.
Dress
Dress of navy wool gabardine in two parts. The main body of the tubular-shaped dress is full-length, sleeveless, with a round neckline. It has decorative bead-work at upper bust, on back at shoulders and down spine, in a line from right hip down to hem, and around hem. The bead-work includes lines of red and clear beads, spirals and "bursts" of clear and red beads, circular ornaments of red beads, and a roundel at front to bottom right at hem of a scene of a wine jug against a blue, clear and green background. The dress has an opening from left shoulder to waist which is secured with a line of hidden snaps, and is decorated with nine cloth and plastic circular non-functioning buttons arranged in groups of three. The dress is unlined. The dress has with it a detachable cropped camisole of white cotton with center front hook-and-eyes closure and white elastic waistband. The sleeves of the camisole are of navy wool gabardine, bell-shaped, and match the dress. They are decorated with the same style bead-work as the dress, including lines of red and clear beads running from shoulders to wrist, clear and red beaded spirals and "bursts", and roundels with designs in blue, red, and green. When worn, the camisole sleeves blend in with the dress and look like one garment.
Dress shirt
Man's English broadcloth cotton shirt with geometric brown/taupe print. Placket front with mother of pearl buttons. Long sleeves with larger buttons on cuffs and buttoned vents. Pin stripe on straight point collar requires separate printing for each collar. Label: Made of / Kantex / Fabrics Second label: Green Hood / Genuine / Imported English / Broadcloth / Will Not Fade
Envelope chemise
Step-in envelope chemise of white cotton batiste with lace edging and insert. Wide shoulder straps bordered in lace with center row of fagoting. Decoration of tucking, shirring, and embroidery at front neckline. Leg portion rounded at sides with button closure at crotch.
Envelope for Fashionable Dress Pattern Company Pattern #7367
Fashionable Dress Pattern Company pattern 7367 to make a dress with long set-in sleeves, jabot, circular skirt panels, and v-neckline, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Fashionable Dress Pattern Company Pattern #7387
Fashionable Dress Pattern Company pattern 7387 to make a dress scarf collar, hip yoke, and folded draped asymmetrical skirt detail, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Fashionable Dress Pattern Company Pattern #7451
Fashionable Dress Pattern Company pattern 7451 to make a dress with scarf collar, bishop sleeves, short skirt, and asymmetrical details, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Fashionable Dress Pattern Company Pattern #7482
Fashionable Dress Pattern Company pattern 7482 to make a "sweet girl graduate" dress with paneled short skirt and bertha collar, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Fashionable Dress Pattern Company Pattern #7483
Fashionable Dress Pattern Company pattern 7483 to make a graduation dress with cape collar, bow closure, and skirt with back dip, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Fashionable Dress Pattern Company Pattern #7503
Fashionable Dress Pattern Company pattern 7503 to make a dress with circular flounce skirt and attached vestee, and left-side opening, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Fashionable Dress Pattern Company Pattern #7525
Fashionable Dress Company pattern 7525 to make a dress with princess seams, drop waist, low rounded neckline, sleeveless, and high-low pleated skirt, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Fashionable Dress Pattern Company Pattern #7528
Fashionable Dress Pattern Company pattern 7528 to make a dress with tiered and scalloped short skirt, sleeveless, asymmetrical neckline, and drop waist, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Pictorial Pattern #5398
Pictorial pattern 5398 to make a coat with a side front button closure, single breasted, one-piece sleeves, and mid-calf length, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Evening coat
Evening coat of black rayon, crepe textured jacquard. Black chiffon below fur at cuffs. Black glass beaded geometric spiral motif embellishments. The beading repeats the spiral pattern of the jacquard/damask weaving of the cloth. Rayon braid center closure; square shaped with two hook & loops. Narrow shawl collar of black rabbit fur with matching fur at cuffs. Lined in gray/green crepe. 22 inch waist.
Evening Dress
Dress of dark chocolate brown velvet.
Evening Dress
Day dress of peach sheer silk chiffon; flutter sleeves; 2 tier flutter hem; lace around neckline forms trompe l'oeil bow around waist level in front.
Evening Pumps
Evening pumps of turquoise silk floral brocade with gold leather. Designed with gently pointed toes, vamp with openwork edged with gilt kid leather, with oval rhinestone set buckle and gilt leather strap connecting sides across vamp. Upper edged with gilt leather. Medium French heel, covered in gilt kid leather. Size 6 1/2 AA Stamped into sole of each shoe: Benedetti
Filigree shoe buckles
Shoe buckles. Openwork floral filigree design. Stamped: Made in France
Garter Bra
Garter bra of pink organza.
Gloves
Pair of gloves of kid skin leather; off-white; below wrist length. Single snap fastenings at wrist. On back of each glove, running length-wise down hand are three embroidered bands of cream and black. Cuffs from wrist to end are lined with black silk heavily embroidered with a stylized motif of ovals etc. in blue, terracotta, yellow, and green chain stitching, with outlining in tiny silver beads. Remainder of glove is unlined. Stamped inside glove are partial, illegible marks. Metal parts of the snaps have what appear to be Chinese/Japanese characters stamped into them. Length: 26.5cm; Width: 10.2cm
Gloves
Pair of gloves of light tan kid, with short flared cuff at wrist with alternating panels of salmon pink kid and light tan kid with salmon pink scrolled embroidery. Backs of hands with 3 vertical bands of chain-stitch embroidery in tan and pink/rust. Wrist with single snap clasp with mother of pearl (simulated?) cover. Stamped inside each glove: "AY - 23967" Measurements: 9 1/8” overall length fingertip to end of cuff. 4 1/16” at widest part of cuff.
Gloves
Pair of gloves of kid skin leather; off-white; just below wrist length; single snap fastenings at wrist. On back of each glove, running length-wise down hand are three embroidered bands, pink and blue chevrons in diamond formation on dark blue bands. Cuffs from wrist to end are lined with black silk heavily embroidered with floral motifs in blue, pinks, reds, whites, greens, etc. in chain-stitch. Remainder of glove is unlined. Stamped inside glove: [Fr-En: Registered Design] / Paris" and "6" and part of other marks. Metal parts of the snaps have what appear to be Chinese/Japanese characters stamped into them. Length: 27cm; Width: 8cm
Gloves
Pair of gloves of leather; beige; shortie length (just below wrist); 4cm notch at wrist on palm; dark stitching detailing at cuff. Handwritten inside glove: "CM53" Length: 19cm; Width: 10.5cm
Hand-painted handkerchief
Ladies' handkerchief of cream-colored silk with hand-painted pink floral detail in right corner. Floral design accented with graduated sprays of dots with pink centers. Circular corner cutouts and scalloped corner at floral design. Edge of handkerchief and decoration outlined in gold glitter paint. Measures 8.5" x 8.5"
Hand-painted handkerchief
Ladies' handkerchief of cream-colored silk with hand-painted detail in right corner of woman in a bathing suit with cape and concentric circle back design. Female figure outlined in silver glitter paint and crenelated edges of handkerchief outlined in multicolored glitter paint. Measures 8.5" x 8.5"
Hand-painted handkerchief
Handkerchief of pale yellow silk hand-painted with red flowers in each corner with green leaf and stem. Cut out flower corners and scalloped edges. Edges and floral design bordered in gold paint. Measures 9"x9"
Handbag
Handbag. Rectangular silver art deco openwork frame set with tiny marcasites and circular cabochon black stones (onyx?). Bag is of black silk velvet. Handle of black silk velvet with two silver rings set with marcasites. Lined with dusty pink ribbed silk, and containing a small rectangular mirror. Marked on frame: "MD" in a square; Diamond shaped mark with an M over a K; and an illegible shield-shaped punch.
Handbag
Handbag of dark brown calf suede. Single contoured handle attached at top with fasteners of metallic gold. Inverted frame; closure of marbled plastic (Bakelite?) and metallic gold. Lined in dark brown satin with one zipper pocket and double slip pockets piped in gold. Designer's label: Koret Stamped: / Koretolope / "Made of "Non-Crockable" Suede Calf Measurements: Width: 8 3/4" Height: 6 1/4" without handle Height: 12 1/2" with handle Depth: 2"
Handbag
Knit purse of white, red and blue yarn in conch shape. Single handle of self. Closure of crocheted and knit ball and loop; loop passes through rings at base of handle. Lined in white kid leather. Tag: Made in France Measurements: 17 cm at widest part of purse; total height from top of handle to base of purse 27 cm.
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