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Canvas shoes
Woman's white canvas pumps. Designed with slightly pointed toes and a rounded edge at the vamp; single strap across the instep secured with a circular glass button with steel shank (button missing on right shoe). Canvas-covered heel shaped as a modified Cuban heel, rounded at sides and back, curved at front, and tapering slightly to base. Sole of leather, originally white/pale, worn to brown. No designer's or retailer's labels. Stamped inside of each: "455 .199 59 [star] / D8083 82566" Measurements: Length: 25 cm. Width: 8 cm. Height: 10 cm. Heel: 4 cm. (1 1/2") high on axis with cap.
Cotton half slip
White cotton half slip with floral and eyelet embroidery.
Dress
Dress of midnight blue velvet with cream silk(?) bodice overlaid with pleated sheer black fabric. Rounded neckline edged with black lace, with wired standing collar at back of neck. Long pointed sleeves of matching velvet with wide collars of black net/corded lace overlaying cream silk sleeves trimmed with cream lace. Long, full skirt gathers onto waist under a 3" wide, attached velvet belt trimmed with net covered in black sequins and jet beads with round buckle. Hem with wide black net/corded lace band over sheer black silk(?), with narrow triple-layer black silk gauze ruffle at bottom. With accompanying bolero style vest of black net with applique cording/corded lace. Fastens across front with narrow ribbon of midnight blue velvet with central "pendant" butterfly of black sequins and jet bead as head of butterfly.
Brown leather shoes
Pair of lady's shoes of brown leather. The shoes, designed with gently pointed toes, are of the Oxford style of brown leather with openwork at sides of instep and with laced closure at instep of 4 holes height. The medium height heels are styled as a modified Cuban or continental heel, with rounded sides and back, tapering to base, and slightly curved at front. The heels covered with matching leather. Sole of tan leather, with rubber/composite on heel. Stamped in lining on one shoe: "Arch Rest / Drew / Portsmouth. O." Stamped into lining of shoe: "8 1/2 AAA 75537 / 6003" Stamped on inner sole: "[drawing of arrow] INTERIOR / DREW / [illeg]CK REST" Tooled into inner sole at heel: "SNUG-FITTING / HEEL" Molded into rubber of heel: "Biltrite" L: 26 cm W: 8 cm H: 12.5 cm Heel: 5 cm / 2 in.
Detachable collar
Man's detachable white collar. "Patented / Mch. 17. 1908" "7644" with lion "Trade Mark" "Lion Brand / Plattsburg / U. S. & C. Co." "15 1/2"
Leather boots
Pair of boots or "high button shoes" of gray/very pale blue leather. The shoes, designed with pointed toes rounded at the tips, lace closed along center front with laces 16 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. The sole is of tan leather. Shoes are lined in matching leather and off-white cloth. Retailer's stamp on lining: "Byrn's Boot Sh [partly illeg] / Kansas City" L: 26.5 cm W: 7.5 cm H: 27 cm Heel: 5.5 cm / 2 1/8 in.
Wedding Ensemble
Wedding gown of fine white batiste with various kinds of lace. The full-length gown has a slender silhouette which flares out from the Empire waist downward to the hem. The high neckline has a standing lace collar at throat, an embroidered net section covering lower throat and upper chest, an attached small lace fichu or bertha below that, and attached lace simulated shawl collar "lapels" running from the waist at back, up and over the shoulders, to the waist at front. The short sleeves are of bands and tiers of lace, with a satin band and tightly pleated/ruched rosette on each sleeve near cuff. At waist is a wide satin band with larger pleated/ruched satin rosette in front and back. The main body of the skirt has a vertical inset lace panel at front and back which runs from waist to about knee-height. The lower part of the skirt is made of inset horizontal bands of various types of lace Dress has a center back opening with a series of 28 hook-and-eyes, four hook-and-eyes for satin band at waist, and 3 hook-and-eyes for inner waistband. Not shown are accompanying half slip edged with lace and elbow-length kidskin leather gloves size 5 3/4.
Beaded shoes
Pair of white kid ladies' shoes. Styled with pointed-toes, the white kid leather upper has a vamp decorated with tiny gunmetal beads edging oval cut-outs, and with massed beading at center of each vamp. Medium/high heels styled as a modified boulevard or Louis heel, with rounded sides and back, flaring to base, and with curved front section. Back and sides of heel covered in matching leather. Lined in white leather. Natural brown leather sole. Retailer's stamp inside: "Neiman-Marcus Co. / Dallas Maker's code stamped inside: "150 / B19003"
Boots
Pair of lady's boots or "High Button Shoes" of white kidskin leather. The shoes, designed with pointed toes close along center front with laces, 17 holes high. Embellished at top with band of small holes along edge of boot. Medium/high heels styled as a modified boulevard or Louis heel, with rounded sides and back, flaring to base, and with curved front section. Heels covered with matching leather. Sole of tan leather. Stamped on lining: "Neiman-Marcus / Dallas" and "28D 23949"
Child's apron
Child's apron of tan calico cotton in floral print. A-line style. Rounded neckline; long sleeves. Center back closure of five buttons. Unlined.
Envelope for Pictorial Pattern #5369
Pictorial pattern 5369 to make a misses' skirt with high waistline, darts and drape at waistline, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Pictorial Pattern #5453
Pictorial pattern 5453 to make an empire-waisted nightgown with high neckline, short sleeves, and bust detail, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Pictorial Pattern #5556
Pictorial pattern 5556 to make a shirtwaist blouse with surplice bodice, trimmed neckline, and bloused silhouette, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Pictorial Pattern #5607
Pictorial pattern 5607 to make a one-piece dress with high neckline, one-piece sleeves, and braided detail at bust, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Pictorial Pattern #5616
Pictorial pattern 5616 to make a ladies' dress with ankle length, bloused bodice, high natural waistline, and unlined construction, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Envelope for Pictorial Pattern #5631
Pictorial pattern 5631 to make a misses' dress with "cowboy collar," front closure, one-piece construction, natural waistline, and ankle length, including illustrations of the finished pieces and information about sizing and construction on the back.
Evening shoes
Evening shoes of red silk satin. Designed with a rounded toe and three straps across vamp which lace with red silk cord (disintegrated). Toe box with floral embroidery in red with decorative twisted fabric band across top. Edges of upper and straps edged off-white leather(?); self-covered 2" modified Louis heel. Mostly illegible stamp inside. Measurements: Length 27cm. Width 7cm. Height 12cm. Heel 5cm, 2in.
Gloves
Gloves of gold silk. Above the elbow length; 5 embroidered darts on back of glove; 4 inch slit at wrist with 3 self-covered button snaps. Handwriting (original number) near button snaps: 65 20 8 Length: 49cm; Width: 12cm
Kid leather shoes
Pair of white kid ladies' shoes. Styled with pointed-toes, the white kid leather upper has a vamp decorated with tiny gunmetal beads edging oval cut-outs, and with massed beading at center of each vamp. Medium/high heels styled as a modified boulevard or Louis heel, with rounded sides and back, flaring to base, and with curved front section. Back and sides of heel covered in matching leather. Lined in white leather. Natural brown leather sole. Retailer's stamp inside: "Neiman-Marcus Co. / Dallas Maker's code stamped inside: "150 / B19003" Measurements: 24 cm. long; 7 cm. at widest; 13 cm. high. Heel: 5 cm. (2") high on axis with cap. L: 23.5 cm W: 6.5 cm H: 12.5 cm Heel: 5.5 cm / 2 1/8 in.
Leather shoes
Pair of shoes of off-white leather. Designed with pointed toes, the shoes have uppers cut to create a large tongue with upper edged cut to a point. Applied to vamp is medium sized bow of same leather. Modified Louis heel covered with same leather. Retailer's label stamped inside: "Neiman Marcus" L: 24.5 cm W: 7 cm H: 13 cm Heel: 6 cm / 2 3/8 in.
Reticule purse
Drawstring reticule of clear and multi-colored beads in a floral pattern. Ball tassel of self; crocheted top with twisted drawstring; lined in white cotton. No labels. Measurements: 12 cm across top; 19 cm in length from top of crochet to point of bag, excluding tassel.
Wedding shoes
Wedding shoes: Pair of white kid ladies' shoes. Styled with pointed-toes, the white kid leather upper has a vamp decorated with geometric and stylized foliate designs in crystal beads. The shoes secure across instep with single ribbon tie on each, creating a "peep" just above toes. Lined in white leather. Natural brown leather sole. Heel is of medium height, rounded at back and tapering slightly to base. Similar to what would become a Cuban heel. Maker's code stamped inside: "35-C 3021" L: 23.5 cm W: 7 cm H: 11 cm Heel: 4.5 cm / 1 3/4 in.
Wedding Shoes
Pair of white kid ladies' shoes. Styled with pointed-toes, the white kid leather upper has a vamp decorated with geometric and stylized foliate designs in crystal beads. The shoes secure across instep with single ribbon tie on each, creating a "peep" just above toes. Lined in white leather. Natural brown leather sole. Heel is of medium height, rounded at back and tapering slightly to base. Similar to what would become a Cuban heel. Maker's code stamped inside: "35-C 3021" Worn by Norma Tiemann at her marriage to Val L. Lehmann in Brenham, Texas in 1907.
Black leather baby booties
Baby booties of black leather with three button tab closure.
Dress
A) Fitted bodice of black silk covered in black silk netting. Intricate black jet beading and black sequin design around high standing collar and yoke. Long sleeves with matching net ruffle cuffs trimmed with three rows of black silk ribbon; black Alençon lace trim at wrist above ruffled cuff. Bodice front is loosely fitted and trimmed with three vertical rows of black silk ribbon at each side; back of bodice is trimmed with two vertical rows of black silk ribbon at each side. Center back hook & eye closure. Outer bodice is boned and has brown polished cotton lining; inner bodice of brown polished cotton. B) Skirt of black silk netting. Full length. Dress is trimmed two vertical rows of gathered black silk ribbon from waist to ruffle and has five Alençon black lace appliques on front. Twelve-inch ruffle at hemline is trimmed with four rows of black silk ribbon and has rows of gathered matching ribbon at top of ruffle and along bottom of hem. Center back opening with hook & eye on waistband.
Fan
No Description Available.
Mourning handkerchiefs
Set of white linen mourning handkerchiefs with narrow black border. a) 13.5" x 12.75" b) 11.5" x 11.5"
Alligator handbag
Handbag of brown alligator with two feet attached to front face; stiffened ridge along 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.
Baby's gown
Infant's gown of white cotton batiste with V-shaped ruffled yoke. Long sleeves. Center front of yoke and hemline have faggoting with narrow drawn work to each side. Cuffs and hem of ruffle have matching drawn work. Gown is box pleated at yoke. Center back opening; closure missing.
Blouse with insert lace
Blouse of white batiste cotton. Round neckline trimmed in lace. Lace insertion on front of openwork and pin tucks. Back is also openwork with lace, pin tucks and eyelet lace. 3/4 length sleeves with openwork and 1-1/2" lace cuffs. Center front opening with 11 pearl buttons and barred buttonholes.
Brown leather baby shoes
Baby shoes of brown leather with cut-out detail on toe cap; 2 buckle closure; 12cm long
Child's shoes
Child’s high top lace-up shoes of light tan leather with pink eyestays, tips and scalloped tops. Stamped on bottom of sole: "Warranted / B. & D."
Crochet purse
Purse of dark red crocheted cotton in rectangular shape with flap closure. Pattern is filet crochet and double crochet stripes; crocheted ring attached by chain crochet strings. Five crocheted egg-shaped bobbles attached by chain-crocheted strings. Measurements: Width 2 1/4" x Height 4"
Detachable collar
Man's detachable collar. Off-white, stiff collar. Stamped on reverse: "Arrow / Cluett, Peabody & Co. / U.S.A." "4412" "Arkhurst / 14 3/4"
Detachable collar
Man's detachable collar. Exterior layer of off-white, woven to create effect of vertical satin band alternating with paired vertical textured bands with vertical line between textured bands. Lining/inner layer of white cotton(?) Stamped on reverse: "Trade Mark"; "Arrow / Cluett, Peabody & Co. / U.S.A."; "Knox / Launder Soft / Reinforcement / Pat. May 13, 1902"; "14"
Detachable collar
Man's three-button hole detachable collar. Size 14 3/4. Top stitching. Stamped on interior: "Trade Ide Mark / Geo. P. Ide & Co. / U.S.A." "Stanwix / Linocord Buttonholes / 417"
Detachable collar
Man's detachable collar. Off-white, stiff collar. Stamped on reverse: "Arrow / Cluett, Peabody & Co. Ind. / U.S.A." "2560" Arkhurst / 14 3/4"
Detachable collar
Men's detachable fold over collar of white starched linen. Stamped: "Trade Ide Mark / Geo. P. Ide & Co. Inc. / U.S.A" "Idepost / Linocord Buttonholes / 1710"
Detachable collar
Men's detachable fold over, rounded button-on collar of starched linen. Three button holes. Size 14 1/4. Stamped: "Silver Brand" "Biplane / Geo. P. Ide & Co. / U.S.A" "Linocord / Buttonholes/ Reg. U.S. Pat.Off. / 2229"
Detachable collar
Men's detachable fold over collar of white starched linen. Stamped: "Silver Brand" "Kenton / Geo. P. Ide & Co. / U.S.A" "Linocord / Buttonholes / Reg. U.S. Pat. Off. / 519"
Detachable collar
Men's detachable fold over collar of white starched linen. Pointed corners with two tab buttons. Stamped: "To Be Full Laundered" "Trade Ide Mark / Geo. P. Ide & Co. / U.S.A" "Rexmere / Linocord Buttonholes / 3423"
Dress Ensemble
Dress ensemble of light green and off-white vertical striped cotton; white stripes contain black dots.
Fingerless mitts
Mitts of black silk, three-quarter length, fingerless, three tucks on the backs of each.
Hat
Little girl's Easter bonnet. Wired base with mushroom type top of black velvet and double ruffled brim of white lace. Small pink roses and green stems encircle hat above lace brim.
Leather pumps
Pair of pumps of black leather. Shoes with pointed toes, and cut-work on the vamp which is outlined and embellished with small bronze/copper colored beads. Small circular holes edged with beading at sides. 2" high modified Louis or cuban heels. Stamped inside with retailer's mark: "Marshall Field & Co / Chicago" L: 26 cm W: 8 cm H: 13 cm Heel: 5 cm / 2 in.
Leather riding boots
Pair of lady's riding boots of black/dark brown leather. The "high button shoes" are designed with pointed toes gently rounded at tips, the boots lace up along the back with 12 holes/hooks. Lined in white fabric. High heels are rounded at sides and back, flaring slightly to base, and curved at front. Black leather soles. Styled after Mexican type. Modified Louis XV heel. Size 3B Hand-written note: "3-13 / 38405 / 413" Retailer's label stamped in gilt, mostly illegible: "STEPINSHU" Portland, Oregon Brand stamped in gilt: "STEPINSHU / Trade Mark / Pat. Applied" Stamped in sole: "WICHERT" L: 22 cm W: 7 cm H: 21 cm Heel: 5 cm / 2 in.
Leather shoes
Pair of modified Oxford-style shoes of brown leather. Lace-up at front, with six holes per side, with brown laces. Stitched detail on vamp and sides. Low 1" stacked heel, modified Louis or cuban style. Maker's label stamped inside: "Pace & Levy / Terrell, Tex" Illegible marks written inside shoes. L: 23 cm W: 6.5 cm H: 9 cm Heel: 2.5 cm / 1 in.
Off-white petticoat
Off-white petticoat with three bands of horizontal tucks and lace inserts, each 2" to 4" deep. Final tier 3 1/2" deep; scalloped at lower edge. 140" around lower edge. Waistband 3/4" wide and 25" long. Second layer attached from base of first tier.
Opera cape
Opera Cape. Cream satin cape thickly lined, flaring from shoulder yoke with double-pleats in the back. Long shawl collar of white fox fur. Floor-length and trimmed with eleven bands of gold braid in scallops. Trimmed with braid and fur. Size 12
Petticoat
White cotton combination petticoat. Tank-style camisole bodice with adjustable front neckline. Cotton tape drawstring. The rounded neckline and armholes are scallop cut and finished with satin-stitch secured cotton lace. The center front of the camisole bodice is embroidered with floral white work centered with a monogrammed "C". The bodice side seams are inset with crocheted cotton lace edged with feather-stitching. Center back opening with eleven tailored buttonholes. The buttons have been removed. The back opening is detailed with feather-stitching. Natural waist seam with inserted waistband panel of eyelet lace. The full camisole front gathers into the waistband. Narrow, ankle-length, three panel skirt with turned back hem edged in cotton machine-made lace. A 15" wide gathered flounce is applied 15" above the hem. The flounce is slightly gathered and joined to the skirt with eyelet lace insertion. The flounce is embellished with white work embroidered ovals of daisies. The flounce hem is scalloped with satin-stitch applied machine-made lace. The flounce is open at the left side seam.
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