Historic New England

Box

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: ceramic (material)

GUSN: 29222

Accession Number: 1920.705

Berlin Woolwork Picture

Berlin woolwork and silk picture; depicts nativity; polychromatic; beige background; tent stitch, cross stitch; framed, under glass.

Date: ca. 1825-1885

Maker: unknown

Material: Berlin woolwork, silk (fiber), cross stitch

GUSN: 29223

Accession Number: 1920.707

Shoes

Black patent leather; ankle straps; 1 brass button; edged w/ brown tape; tan leather sole; cotton lining.

Date: 1850

Maker: unknown

Material: leather, stitching, machine-made, patents

GUSN: 29224

Accession Number: 1920.711AB

FAN (A): mother of pearl sticks and guards, pierced, carved and inlaid with silver; paper leaf has multicolor lithograph of figures in pastoral setting framed by handpainted flowers and gilt scrolls; reverse is cream with central floral spray and narrow gilt border; mother of pearl washer, white sil...

Date: 1840-1870

Maker: unknown

Material: lithography, metal, mother of pearl, painting (coating), paper (fiber product), silk (textile)

GUSN: 29225

Accession Number: 1920.713

Miniature Portrait of Henry Augustus Page

This bust-length miniature portrait depicts a young man in three-quarters profile, facing left, wearing a black waistcoat, coat and tie against a stippled grey/black background. The portrait is in its original plush-lined, red leather case.

Date: 1830-1835

Maker: unknown

Material: ivory (tooth component), watercolor (paint)

GUSN: 29226

Accession Number: 1920.714

Miniature Portrait of Elizabeth Page

This bust-length portrait of a young woman depicts her in three-quarter profile facing right. She wears a dark grey dress with a neckline cut just off of the shoulders, with a fine lace collar and puffed short sleeves with lace cuffs. Her hair is parted in the middle and dressed in ringlets over her...

Date: 1835-1840

Maker: unknown

Material: ivory (tooth component), watercolor (paint), leather

GUSN: 29227

Accession Number: 1920.715

Scrimshaw

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: ivory (tooth component)

GUSN: 29228

Accession Number: 1920.717

Cloth Fragment

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: textiles

GUSN: 29229

Accession Number: 1920.721

Knife

No description

Maker: unknown

GUSN: 29230

Accession Number: 1920.722

Tool

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: iron (metal)

GUSN: 29231

Accession Number: 1920.728

Souvenir Plate

Ironstone plate with black border of twisted rope and sprays of flowers with gargoyles. Centeral scene of ship jettesoning boxes of tea into Boston Harbor (Boston Tea Party).

Date: 1876

Maker: Davis, Isaac (Maker)

Material: earthenware, glazing (coating), ironstone (pottery), overglazing, transfer printing, decals

GUSN: 29232

Accession Number: 1920.736

Textile Fragment

Textile fragment of diaper-woven silk painted with leafy green vines ending in red rosebuds.

Date: ca. 1870

Maker: unknown

Material: silk (textile), damask diaper, paint (coating)

GUSN: 29233

Accession Number: 1920.737

Ribbon

No description

Maker: unknown

GUSN: 29234

Accession Number: 1920.739

Fragment

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: textiles

GUSN: 29235

Accession Number: 1920.742

Sleeve

No description

Maker: unknown

GUSN: 29236

Accession Number: 1920.743

Box

No description

Maker: unknown

GUSN: 29237

Accession Number: 1920.747

Cover for dish

Earthenware serving dish cover with molded decoration of a lobster resting on top of seashells, rocks, and seaweed.

Maker: unknown

Material: ceramic (material), earthenware, maiolica, glazing (coating)

GUSN: 29238

Accession Number: 1920.752

Cream Pitcher

Pearlware handled cream pitcher. Brown bands and a floral chain design.

Date: 1800-1820

Maker: unknown

Material: glazing (coating), pearlware

GUSN: 29239

Accession Number: 1920.753

Dish

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain

GUSN: 29240

Accession Number: 1920.754A

Tureen Cover

Red lobster and various seasheels atop green seaweed, blue underside.

Date: 1860-1880

Maker: unknown

Material: earthenware, glazing (coating), maiolica

GUSN: 29241

Accession Number: 1920.754B

Plate

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain

GUSN: 29242

Accession Number: 1920.754C

Jar

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain

GUSN: 29243

Accession Number: 1920.755

Tile

Square, decorative ceramic tile; cream-colored with transfer print of the Hancock House, Boston (front); Maker's notations on back, with clipping from Boston Herald "Sale of the Old Hancock House at Auction - The Ancient Relic is Knocked Down for $230."

Date: 1890

Maker: Mintons (Maker)

Material: earthenware, ceramic tile, glaze

GUSN: 29244

Accession Number: 1920.760

Tile

Square, decorative ceramic tile; cream-colored with brown transfer print of Old Meeting House, Hingham, Massachusetts

Date: ca. 1890

Maker: Mintons (Maker)

Material: earthenware, ceramic tile, glaze

GUSN: 29245

Accession Number: 1920.761

Pair of stays

A pair of stays made from fine linen, handsewn and edged with leather on the waist tabs and top. The center front is embellished with decorative cross-lacing in a thin wool tape, the same tape used to cover the seams on each section of the stay body. The body is lined with undyed linen. There is so...

Date: 1775-1800

Maker: unknown

Material: linen (material), wool (textile)

GUSN: 29823

Accession Number: 1923.173

Pocket

Plain white cotton.

Maker: unknown

Material: cotton (textile)

GUSN: 29824

Accession Number: 1923.174

Shoes

Pair of pale blue silk shoes with a ground of small satin dots. The toe is embroidered with padded rosettes. The heel is thin, 2 3/4 inches high and covered with white silk.

Date: 1785-1790

Maker: unknown

Material: embroidering, stitching, satin, silk (textile)

GUSN: 29825

Accession Number: 1923.178AB

Cosmetic Jar

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: porcelain

GUSN: 29826

Accession Number: 1923.179

Rim Lock

Brass box lock with iron works; surface- mounted. Back cover plate is iron, as is key. Key-operated deadbolt from one side only. Lever-operated deadbolt (brass lever) from opposite side. Also knob-operated spring-bevel bolt, operated from both sides. Strike is brass with blind fastening, built u...

Date: ca. 1739

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), iron (metal)

GUSN: 29827

Accession Number: 1923.183A-C

Carpetbag

No description

Maker: unknown

GUSN: 29828

Accession Number: 1923.185

Carpetbag

No description

Maker: unknown

GUSN: 29829

Accession Number: 1923.186

Pair of Breeches

Tan; front closure with three large self-covered buttons, and two smaller with placket; two turned down pockets with white lining; watch pocket hidden in waistband; back is open, with two pairs of eyes and leather laces; four buttons and tab at leg opening; gathered at back.

Date: ca. 1775

Maker: unknown

Material: cotton (textile), stitching, linen (material)

GUSN: 29830

Accession Number: 1923.189

Pait of Stockings

Black; ribbed knit; plain.

Maker: unknown

Material: knitting (process), wool (textile)

GUSN: 29831

Accession Number: 1923.192AB

Collar

White; one piece collar with three buttonholes; detachable; tabbed ends at neck with pointed "wings"; topstitching.

Date: 1825-1840

Maker: unknown

Material: linen (material)

GUSN: 29832

Accession Number: 1923.193

Waistcoat

White linen waistcoat; plain weave; single breasted; Fourteen buttons made with metal ring and thread; french seams; vents at side and back; cut away at waist front.

Date: 1750-1775

Maker: unknown

Material: stitching, linen (material)

GUSN: 29833

Accession Number: 1923.196

Coat

Light brown coat; plain; turnover collar, no revers; Ten buttons, Two button holes (of eleven) are open; deep plain cuffs; pleated skirt; Two pointed pocket flaps; buckram lining along buttons.

Date: 1750-1760

Maker: unknown

Material: buckram, stitching, silk (textile), wool (textile)

GUSN: 29834

Accession Number: 1923.198

Button

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: metal

GUSN: 29835

Accession Number: 1923.199

Strap Hinge

Tapered strap with round head at end; on pin and plate (pin-plate is three-part construction). Four wrought nails.

Date: 1745-1800

Maker: Possibly Bulfinch, Charles, 1763-1844 (Architect)

Material: iron (metal)

GUSN: 29836

Accession Number: 1923.201

Clay

No description

Date: 1668-1733

Maker: unknown

Material: clay, hair, straw (plant material)

GUSN: 29837

Accession Number: 1923.209

Corset with Bustle

Light brown "reform" corset with a flat bustle bump in the back.

Date: ca. 1686

Maker: Harmin, Baldwin, & Foy Foy, Lavina, 1813-1902

Material: metal, canvas, cotton (textile)

GUSN: 29838

Accession Number: 1923.212

Shoes

A pair of white silk shoes with a floral design, a pointed toe, and tall 2 1/4 inch heels.

Date: 1775-1795

Maker: unknown

Material: stitching, silk (textile)

GUSN: 29839

Accession Number: 1923.213

Doll

Wooden doll on a stand in a floral apron and yellow dress.

Maker: unknown

GUSN: 29840

Accession Number: 1923.215AB

Candle Socket

Cut glass candle socket.

Maker: unknown

Material: glass (material)

GUSN: 29841

Accession Number: 1923.221

Slippers

Pale pink kid leather slippers; pale blue silk rosette at toe; oval toe; probably a spring heel w/ channel; 3 1/2" vamp.

Date: 1825-1830

Maker: unknown

Material: stitching, leather, silk (textile)

GUSN: 29842

Accession Number: 1923.220AB

Stock Tie

Black with small ombred rose (pink) with green leaves, scattered; stiffened neckpiece and bow are one piece, with buckle and strap back closure; lined with pale blue taffeta and white and black leather.

Date: 1860-1869

Maker: unknown

Material: brocading, leather, satin

GUSN: 29843

Accession Number: 1923.222

Men's Shirt

White; low turnover collar with two buttonholes; pleated front panel with placket and three small buttonholes (two panel buttons); shoulder yoke; gusseted and gathered sleeves with rounded cuffs, each with one small pearl button; fullness below pleated panel. Worn by Dr. John McClellan of Woodstock,...

Date: 1830-1840

Maker: unknown

Material: linen (material)

GUSN: 29844

Accession Number: 1923.223

Slippers

Cream silk satin; bound with cream grosgrain; trimmed with small white bow; square toe; square throat with drawstring; 2-3/4" vamp; no center back seam (probably); sole has narrow waist; no heel; white leather & linen lining.

Date: 1854-1860

Maker: unknown

Material: stitching, leather, linen (material), satin, silk (textile)

GUSN: 29845

Accession Number: 1923.226AB

Trim

No description

Maker: unknown

Material: textiles

GUSN: 29846

Accession Number: 1923.228

Purse

Green and cream crochet with silver beadwork and silver beaded tassles. Decorative silver clasp with chain.

Maker: unknown

Material: textiles

GUSN: 29847

Accession Number: 1923.229

Alphabet/Verse Sampler

Unfinished alphabet/verse sampler on ivory linen ground. Monochromatic threads. Border of two rows of cross-stitch. Alphabets: #1 complete, (AA,BB,CC...) double letters; #2 missing "J"; #3 missing "J"; #4 "A-U", missing "J". Numbers: "1-8". Stitches used: eyelet hole stitch and cross stitch.

Maker: unknown

Material: cross-stitching, embroidering, linen (material), silk (textile)

GUSN: 29849

Accession Number: 1923.232

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