Latest content added for UNT Digital Library Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts and Designhttps://digital.library.unt.edu/explore/partners/UNTCVA/browse/?fq=untl_collection:TXFC&fq=untl_decade:1880-1889&display=brief2023-08-07T13:49:27-05:00UNT LibrariesThis is a custom feed for browsing UNT Digital Library Partner: UNT College of Visual Arts and DesignWedding shoes2023-08-07T13:49:27-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2146308/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2146308/"><img alt="Wedding shoes" title="Wedding shoes" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2146308/small/"/></a></p><p>Pair of plum purple satin pumps. The shoes are designed with a rounded toe, and plain uppers. The low heel is of a modified Louis or Cuban style, set in, and covered with matching fabric. Partly lined in white kidskin leather.
Measurements:
Length: 24 cm
Width: 7.5cm
Height: 10cm
Heel: 4cm (1 1/2") high on axis w/cap</p>Tan leather booties2022-12-05T07:59:54-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017602/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017602/"><img alt="Tan leather booties" title="Tan leather booties" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017602/small/"/></a></p><p>Child's booties of tan leather with tweed upper and self-leather trim at ankle; 3 eyelets with braided tan lace; 11 1/2cm length.</p>White petticoat2022-12-05T07:59:50-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017594/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017594/"><img alt="White petticoat" title="White petticoat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017594/small/"/></a></p><p>Petticoat of white cotton batiste with double ruffle of machine made filet lace at skirt hem. Slightly trained. Hook & eye closure on 1/2" waistband.</p>Straw bonnet-style hat2022-12-05T07:59:43-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017581/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017581/"><img alt="Straw bonnet-style hat" title="Straw bonnet-style hat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017581/small/"/></a></p><p>Hat in bonnet style of black straw with black velvet bow topped with lace at the crown. Gathered black lace on back; flat top 3" deep crown with center back side of crown cut for hair bun; 2 1/4" slightly downward brim; underbrim covered with gathered black crepe; brown cambric lining.</p>Black straw hat2022-12-05T07:59:42-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017579/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017579/"><img alt="Black straw hat" title="Black straw hat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017579/small/"/></a></p><p>Hat in bonnet style of black straw with black satin ribbon ties with violet flowers attached to crown; soft black tulle on the underbrim; replacement ties of black grosgrain ribbon at center back of lower crown and ties underchin.</p>Cotton flannel petticoat2022-12-05T07:59:41-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017576/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017576/"><img alt="Cotton flannel petticoat" title="Cotton flannel petticoat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017576/small/"/></a></p><p>Petticoat of off-white cotton flannel; tape tie center back closure. Waist has 4" fitted yoke with back gathers below yoke. 10" flounce at hem with three rows of cotton lace at hem. 84" (106.7 cm) around hem.
Length: 32" (81.3 cm)</p>Red leather baby booties2022-12-05T07:59:30-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017554/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017554/"><img alt="Red leather baby booties" title="Red leather baby booties" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017554/small/"/></a></p><p>Baby booties of red leather with quilted red silk upper; lace up closure with red laces; 11cm length.</p>Black leather baby booties2022-12-05T07:59:28-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017550/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017550/"><img alt="Black leather baby booties" title="Black leather baby booties" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017550/small/"/></a></p><p>Baby booties of black leather with scalloped 5 button closure and leather soles; 11cm length.</p>Muslin cap2022-12-05T07:59:14-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017520/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017520/"><img alt="Muslin cap" title="Muslin cap" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017520/small/"/></a></p><p>Receiving cap made of white muslin with white lace in front at bottom rim and at center back.</p>Petticoat2022-12-05T07:59:13-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017519/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017519/"><img alt="Petticoat" title="Petticoat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017519/small/"/></a></p><p>Cream colored flannel petticoat with floral and leaf embroidery. (Top missing). Handmade & hand embroidered border at hemline. Piece of fabric from which the petticoat was made. Size: for young girl or small woman.</p>Scalloped petticoat2022-12-05T07:59:13-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017518/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017518/"><img alt="Scalloped petticoat" title="Scalloped petticoat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017518/small/"/></a></p><p>Little girl's half slip/petticoat of white linen and cotton; gathered in small unpressed pleats at waistband; embroidered with open-work and scalloped flounce at hemline attached by embroidered band; machine embroidery and machine stitching. Size 4 or 5</p>Beret-style hat2022-12-05T07:59:01-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017495/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017495/"><img alt="Beret-style hat" title="Beret-style hat" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017495/small/"/></a></p><p>Golden beige faux fur beret style hat with black velvet trim and matching golden faux fur ties. Lined with black velvet; Ties trimmed with cream lace.</p>Lace cap2022-12-05T07:58:56-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017480/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017480/"><img alt="Lace cap" title="Lace cap" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2017480/small/"/></a></p><p>Day cap of cream lace, pale green moire silk, and 1/4" black velvet ribbon. Pointed over forehead, lappets fall at sides of face, ends of lappets trimmed with knots of ribbon.</p>Bone folding fan2022-10-29T06:09:35-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2015590/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2015590/"><img alt="Bone folding fan" title="Bone folding fan" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2015590/small/"/></a></p><p>Folding fan with 17 bone sticks; white lace with round and clover leaf shaped silver sequins. Sticks carved with tiny flower and dot designs on 8 sticks and leaf and curly designs on 9 sticks. Back of fan is not decorated.</p>Folding fan2022-10-29T06:09:19-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2015567/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2015567/"><img alt="Folding fan" title="Folding fan" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc2015567/small/"/></a></p><p>Folding fan. Guards and sticks of carved and pierced ivory (bone?) with a foliage designs. The white sheer doubled organdy leaf is hand-painted with central vignette of a garden scene of a couple greeting a woman seated on a bench. The leaf with added hand-panted border of a garland of flowers. Reverse is unadorned. No visible labels, marks or signatures.</p>White cotton chemise2022-07-08T15:32:10-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955392/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955392/"><img alt="White cotton chemise" title="White cotton chemise" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955392/small/"/></a></p><p>White cotton chemise with lace bib insert and pink satin ribbon at neck and waist.</p>Chemise2022-07-08T15:31:50-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955371/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955371/"><img alt="Chemise" title="Chemise" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955371/small/"/></a></p><p>Chemise of white cotton. Below-knee length. Wide rounded neckline edged with bobbin lace. Very short sleeves edged with same lace. Upper part of neckline and sleeves with white bands embroidered with white floral motifs and ribbons, alternating with bands of inset lace. No labels in garment.</p>White cotton chemise2022-07-08T15:31:47-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955364/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955364/"><img alt="White cotton chemise" title="White cotton chemise" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955364/small/"/></a></p><p>Chemise of white cotton. Knee or lower length. Sleeveless. Neck and armholes edged with lace, neckline with ivory satin ribbon threaded through lace and tied as bow in front. Inset at front of chemise just below neckline are bands of lace forming four squares of cotton, each with embroidered/appliqued/ built-up butterflies, with a crossing band of lace below. At hem is a narrow horizontal band of openwork.
There are no labels in garment.</p>Lace chemise2022-07-08T15:31:30-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955350/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955350/"><img alt="Lace chemise" title="Lace chemise" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955350/small/"/></a></p><p>Chemise of white cotton batiste with inserts of bands of lace create a bib, round open neckline trimmed in lace with beige ribbon gathering volume, ribbon tied at center front, sleeveless with armscyes trimmed in lace, knee length.</p>Cotton chemise2022-07-08T15:31:30-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955349/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955349/"><img alt="Cotton chemise" title="Cotton chemise" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1955349/small/"/></a></p><p>Chemise of white cotton batiste with lace bib insert of lightweight cotton and floral whitework (reminiscent of a handkerchief) surrounded by lace inserts following shape of bust, round neckline trimmed in lace with pink ribbon gathering volume, sleeveless, knee-length.</p>Sunbonnet2022-06-20T11:40:19-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944408/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944408/"><img alt="Sunbonnet" title="Sunbonnet" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944408/small/"/></a></p><p>Sunbonnet of black cotton with lace trim; rows of machine quilting echo the rounded edge of the brim; self-fabric ruffle trims edge of brim; crown is sewn to brim in a flat seam on sides, and gathered on top; tail has a trim of floral pattern machine lace with no center back seam; chin ties and narrow hemmed.</p>Lace bonnet2022-06-20T11:40:12-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944398/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944398/"><img alt="Lace bonnet" title="Lace bonnet" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944398/small/"/></a></p><p>Fachon bonnet of black lace with dark maroon velvet bows in front. Worn by older women.</p>Change purse2022-06-20T11:40:11-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944396/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944396/"><img alt="Change purse" title="Change purse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944396/small/"/></a></p><p>Change purse of tortoise shell with mother-of-pearl inlay. Oval shape; palm-size. Brass frame; hinged opening. Teal silk lining; four inner pockets, one with slide closure. In alligator box.
Frame of interior closed pocket stamped "Revlie / S. G. O. C." (difficult to read).
Measurements: 8.5 cm x 5.5 cm</p>Coin purse2022-06-20T11:40:11-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944397/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944397/"><img alt="Coin purse" title="Coin purse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1944397/small/"/></a></p><p>Coin purse of bright violet/magenta velvet with brass frame and ball twist closure. Leather divided lining. Perhaps a child's purse.
Measurements: 6 cm x 6.5 cm</p>Lorgnette2022-05-02T09:45:53-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1924824/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1924824/"><img alt="Lorgnette" title="Lorgnette" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1924824/small/"/></a></p><p>Lorgnette of faux tortoiseshell. Tiny oval lenses mounted in flat glasses frame which swivels into matching housing of same shape. Suspension loop at one end to which is clipped black ribbon via gold clip; blackened metal slide along ribbon to adjust loop size.
No marks on lorgnette.
Hook on ribbon: "10K"
Measurements: Case: 5" long x 1" wide; ribbon: 17" long.</p>Chatelaine2022-05-02T09:45:53-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1924826/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1924826/"><img alt="Chatelaine" title="Chatelaine" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1924826/small/"/></a></p><p>Chatelaine of simulated tortoiseshell. Pendant trimmed in anchor, heart and cross design with hanging chains and diamond-shaped center from which hangs two bell-shaped dangles and center hook. Hinged brass hook for attaching to waistband.</p>Scarf2021-11-15T06:34:18-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1857363/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1857363/"><img alt="Scarf" title="Scarf" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1857363/small/"/></a></p><p>Scarf/shawl of black china silk with dark brown chain knotted fringe on ends. Possibly a mourning shawl.
Approximately 13 1/2" wide.</p>"Angelo" detachable sleeve cuffs2021-06-16T11:27:39-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1813592/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1813592/"><img alt=""Angelo" detachable sleeve cuffs" title=""Angelo" detachable sleeve cuffs" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1813592/small/"/></a></p><p>Four men's French sleeve cuffs of white linen. 4" wide, three button holes. Turned under 7/8" on top and bottom.
Stamped on fold:
Angelo / Double Reversible / Linen
10
Reversible / Collar Co. Boston U.S.A. / (?) Feb. 7 1885</p>Crinoline2021-05-21T06:07:49-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803868/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803868/"><img alt="Crinoline" title="Crinoline" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803868/small/"/></a></p><p>Cage crinoline of woven metal wire with vertical cotton twill tape supports. Cotton tape waistband with adjustable ornate brass latch closure. Front panel of brown mercerized cotton has drawstring tie closure at center front. Interior back of brown mercerized cotton with lace up closure.
Stamped on waistband: Duchess</p>Knit mittens2021-05-21T05:58:33-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803617/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803617/"><img alt="Knit mittens" title="Knit mittens" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803617/small/"/></a></p><p>Black machine knit mittens of silk knit with nobby stitch.
Manufactured by The Lamb Knit Company, Colon, Mich.
Size 3</p>Single-breasted vest2021-05-21T05:58:07-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803605/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803605/"><img alt="Single-breasted vest" title="Single-breasted vest" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1803605/small/"/></a></p><p>Man's vest of navy blue houndstooth wool. Single breasted with closure of six buttons; four welt pockets. Lined in white cotton; backed in black satin with half-belt (buckle missing).</p>Boy's outfit2021-01-28T14:26:05-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753617/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753617/"><img alt="Boy's outfit" title="Boy's outfit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753617/small/"/></a></p><p>Boy's dress of dark blue cotton with pleated skirt and floral embroidery on center front placket, attached belt and lower sleeve. Hook and eye closure at front. Unlined. Size 3 or 4 years</p>Little boy's dress2021-01-28T14:25:37-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753607/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753607/"><img alt="Little boy's dress" title="Little boy's dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753607/small/"/></a></p><p>Little boy's dress of white nainsook with dropped waist and slightly gathered short skirt. Tucked front and back and lavishly laced with machine crotchet lace inserts. Short sleeves with tucks and lace at cuffs. Lace trimmed round neckline. Center back closure of hidden self-covered buttons under placket. Size 2 years.</p>Boy's suit2021-01-28T14:25:14-06:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753597/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753597/"><img alt="Boy's suit" title="Boy's suit" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1753597/small/"/></a></p><p>Boy's brown velvet suit with white silk and linen blend shirt.
A) Brown velvet jacket with long sleeves. Tucked in the back at half belt detail. French cuff style closure of two buttons at the neckline with connecting cord. Lined in brown.
B) Shorts of brown velvet. Buttonholes around waist for attaching shirt. Flap front. Lined in tan cotton.
C) Short sleeve shirt with a double breasted front button placket. Collar, front placket and sleeves trimmed in narrow lace. The shirt attaches to the brown velvet pants with buttons.</p>Cape2020-05-31T20:30:58-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639045/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639045/"><img alt="Cape" title="Cape" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639045/small/"/></a></p><p>Cape of black crepe chiffon with black lace insets in a floral motif. Crescent opening and back hem is trimmed in a 1 inch gently ruffled black chiffon. Back hemline is a soft zigzag. Large, round collar of matching chiffon with insets is trimmed in gathered chiffon and is accented with 3 chiffon flowers, one at the center and one at each side. Collar folds over to expose rows of gathered cream chiffon. Lining of cream silk with deep 8" knife pleats which peek below the hemline. The out-facing edge is trimmed in a center-stitched, gathered ribbon of cream chiffon.</p>Parasol2020-05-31T20:30:58-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639273/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639273/"><img alt="Parasol" title="Parasol" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639273/small/"/></a></p><p>Parasol.</p>Crochet Purse2020-05-31T20:30:58-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638797/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638797/"><img alt="Crochet Purse" title="Crochet Purse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638797/small/"/></a></p><p>Purse of crocheted beige and steel cut beads in leaf motifs.</p>Reticule purse2020-05-31T20:30:58-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638746/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638746/"><img alt="Reticule purse" title="Reticule purse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638746/small/"/></a></p><p>Reticule of brown taffeta with drawstring closure trimmed with steel cut beads and tassels.</p>Day Dress2020-05-31T20:30:58-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639108/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639108/"><img alt="Day Dress" title="Day Dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1639108/small/"/></a></p><p>Day dress ensemble.</p>Boots2020-05-19T08:40:16-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638669/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638669/"><img alt="Boots" title="Boots" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638669/small/"/></a></p><p>Ladies lace-up boots of black leather with stacked heels. Pointed toe with light broguing.
Stamp on sole: "[illegible] / Made in Boston U.S.A."</p>Boots2020-05-19T08:40:16-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638650/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638650/"><img alt="Boots" title="Boots" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1638650/small/"/></a></p><p>Ladies lace-up boots of tan leather with Louis heel.
Tag on heel: “1730”</p>Miser's purse2020-04-28T16:45:39-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637235/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637235/"><img alt="Miser's purse" title="Miser's purse" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637235/small/"/></a></p><p>Purse of teal crochet/knit with white, light grey, brass and steel cut beads; 2 silver rings in center. Miser's purse with rectangular ends.
Number tag on interior of bag: 65.30.2
Measurements: 23 cm total length and purse width of 6.5 cm.</p>Mourning dress2020-04-28T16:45:39-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637419/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637419/"><img alt="Mourning dress" title="Mourning dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637419/small/"/></a></p><p>Mourning ensemble of black crepe chiffon:
A) Bodice with standing band collar; long tapered sleeves with ruching, ruched pinch pleats, horizontal satin stripes and covered buttons at wrists; lace panel at CF with covered buttons @ each side; attached pleated belt; vertical stripes of appliqued satin at front and back of bodice forming a V-shape at CF and CB waist. Hook&eye closures up front of bodice and at the back of the neck band.
B) Skirt with a full, A-line silhouette; pleated from waist; underskirt of black silk taffeta with layers of ruffles at hem.; sweep train; hook & eye closure at back.</p>Court robe2020-04-28T16:45:39-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637395/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637395/"><img alt="Court robe" title="Court robe" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637395/small/"/></a></p><p>Hand sewn long Chinese court robe in unlined brown silk embroidered with geometric designs and gold dragons. Fitted sleeves end in rounded. flared cuffs. Left front to right side closure with loop and round. patterned. gold colored metal buttons.</p>Robe2020-04-28T16:45:39-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637604/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637604/"><img alt="Robe" title="Robe" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1637604/small/"/></a></p><p>Hand sewn long Chinese court robe or coat with rounded neck. and loose sleeves. Left front to right side closure with round patterned buttons. Light and dark blue silk with extensive applique of dragons. spirals and lines with gold thread.</p>Court vest2020-04-15T14:36:36-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1634329/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1634329/"><img alt="Court vest" title="Court vest" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1634329/small/"/></a></p><p>Chinese floor-length vest made in the same style as a court robe but sleeveless. Mandarin collar. Body of vest is brocaded silk. Trim and collar contain much and fine silk hand embroidered design motifs.</p>Boots2020-04-15T14:36:36-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1634200/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1634200/"><img alt="Boots" title="Boots" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc1634200/small/"/></a></p><p>Ladies lace-up boots of brown leather with low stacked heel. Slightly pointed toe cap with light brouguing.
Sewn-in fabric label: "The A.E. Little / Shoe $12.50 / Reg. U.S. Pat. Off."
Stamped on sole: "The A. E. Little / Arch Supporting Suspension / Construction"</p>Afternoon Dress2016-07-11T16:54:02-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853194/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853194/"><img alt="Afternoon Dress" title="Afternoon Dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853194/small/"/></a></p><p>Afternoon ensemble of heavy black silk faille and lace.
A) Bodice. Fitted; 3/4 length sleeves are split to show ice blue faille insets covered in black lace and are piped and scalloped with black embroidery and braid medallions. The lace on the sleeve insets extends from the elbow to the wrist with gathers in the lace at the back of the wrist. High standing collars with the front of the collar covered in matching blue faille covered in black lace; collar has hook & eye closure. Center front opening of 16 self-covered buttons and barred buttonholes. Center front opening is scalloped and piped to match sleeves and is trimmed with matching embroidered medallions. Boned with white moire silk grosgrain petersham which secures with two hook & eyes. Center back of petersham has three irregular pentagonal shaped tabs of black faille with barred buttonholes for securing bodice to skirt.
B) Skirt. Full skirt is asymmetrical with blue faille panels inserted at front right side of skirt and two narrow inserts on left side. Left side inserts are partly covered by black faille pleating which forms folds at the left side waist. Front inserted panel is covered in black lace in floral motifs with diagonal striping. Hemline of front inserted panel is scalloped and piped in black faille with matching black embroidered medallions. Right side of skirt has an inserted panel of matching black faille that is piped and scalloped to match the bodice and is trimmed with matching embroidered medallions. Underskirt of black faille has a box pleated ruffle of self around the hemline. Center back hook & eye closure with three mother-of-pearl button on black grosgrain waistband for securing skirt to bodice.
All blue insert faille panels have faded to white.</p>Maternity dress2016-07-11T16:54:02-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853144/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853144/"><img alt="Maternity dress" title="Maternity dress" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853144/small/"/></a></p><p>Maternity or laying-in gown of teal cotton with ribbon work embroidery on center front of dress and continuing along bottom front hemline. Embroidery of green and brown stems with leaves, and ribbon work daisies and flowers with off-white petals. Mandarin collar and concealed button and snap closure at center front bodice. Two panels at right and left yoke with matching embroidery are unattached at bottom and conceal pleats that are along the collar line. Long, fitted sleeves with 1" vent at wrists and matching embroidery at sleeve ends. A-line silhouette and full-length with pleats at back waist. Hemline is dipped at back and trimmed in a box pleated dark teal, ribbed ribbon. Off-white cotton lining with separate button closure at bodice.</p>Skirt2016-07-11T16:54:02-05:00https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853190/<p><a href="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853190/"><img alt="Skirt" title="Skirt" src="https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc853190/small/"/></a></p><p>Bustled skirt of brown, red and black silk with velvet roses woven in.</p>