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Fan

Wood and chiffon folding fan w/ 18 slats held at base w/ brass pin and loop holding brown cord. Wood painted black and decorated w/ steel circles and carved flowers. Fan w/ polychrome hand-painted violets and embroidered w/ silver sequins.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), chiffon, embroidering, painting (coating), sequins (spangles), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 24568

Accession Number: 1998.5388

Fan

Wood and red lace folding fan w/ 17 slats carved w/ dots and leaves and held at base w/ brass pin and loop for tassel. Lace polychrome hand-painted w/ flowers and a butterfly.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), carving (processes), lace (needlework), painting (coating), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 24569

Accession Number: 1998.5389

Fan

Mother-of-pearl and black satin folding fan w/ 16 slats held at base w/ iron pin and loop for holding tassel. Fan polychrome hand-painted w/ flowers.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), iron (metal), mother of pearl, painting (coating), satin

GUSN: 24570

Accession Number: 1998.5390

Fan

Wood and glazed cloth circular folding fan. Two handles covered w/ white cloth and capped w/ iron. Handles articulate around from central white painted disc and are held w/ an iron loop. White cloth is undecorated.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: cloth, iron (metal), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 24571

Accession Number: 1998.5391

Fan

Wood folding fan w/ 16 slats held w/ brass pin. Slats pierced in an oriental design and strung together w/ a blue silk ribbon.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), carving (processes), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 24572

Accession Number: 1998.5392

Fan

Wood and satin folding fan w/ 16 black painted slats held at base w/ iron pin and loop for tassel. Fan is hand-painted polychrome w/ flowers on black background.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), iron (metal), painting (coating), satin, wood (plant material)

GUSN: 24573

Accession Number: 1998.5393

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Fan

Wood and silk folding fan, w/ 14 slats pierced w/ stars alternating w/ steel circles held at base w/ steel pin and white metal loop for tassel. Fan covered w/ gold edged maroon satin w/ polychrome hand-painted flowers.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: carving (processes), painting (coating), satin, steel (alloy), white metal, wood (plant material)

GUSN: 24574

Accession Number: 1998.5394

Fan

Black wood and satin folding fan w/ 15 remaining slats. Fan is trimmed w/ black feathers at edge.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: dyeing, feather (material), painting (coating), silk (textile), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 24575

Accession Number: 1998.5395

Fan

Wood, silk and feather folding fan w/ 16 gold edged slats held w/ brass pin and loop for holding tassel. Fan polychrome hand painted w/ spray of flowers and a bird on cream background, and edged w/ cream feathers.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), carving (processes), feather (material), painting (coating), silk (textile), wood (plant material)

GUSN: 24576

Accession Number: 1998.5396

Box

White rectangular fan box w/ raised design of flowers and diamonds picked out in gold.

Date: 1860-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: cardboard, printing (process), stamping (forming)

GUSN: 24577

Accession Number: 1998.5397AB

Box

White cardboard fan box w/ gold edging around opening.

Date: 1860-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: cardboard, paper (fiber product)

GUSN: 24578

Accession Number: 1998.5398

Towel

Hand-woven linen towel pattern of blue and white plaid. Hemmed at edges.

Date: 1820-1880

Maker: Probably Waite, Martha (Weaver)

Material: linen (material), weaving

GUSN: 24579

Accession Number: 1998.5401

Lamp

Four piece electric lamp w/ polychrome enameled square brass base, cobalt glass cup-shaped body w/ enameled rim, enameled brass lid supporting light bulb and harp, and white satin shade trimmed w/ blue. A= Lamp B= Shade

Date: 1860-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), enameling, glass (material), molding (forming), satin

GUSN: 24580

Accession Number: 1998.5402AB

Fan

Fan made of long black feathers fastened together and secured to an ivory handle. Handle is smooth and round and has a loop at tip to which a ring hook is attached.

Date: 1870-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: feather (material), ivory (tooth component)

GUSN: 24581

Accession Number: 1998.5403

No image available

Dress

Lime yellow linen dress, sleeveless. Pleats running down sides under arm holes. Bowed sash at waist. White chain stitched and beaded floral detail on right side of skirt. Straight hemmed botom. Back zipper.

Date: 1950-1955

Maker: unknown

Material: linen (material)

GUSN: 24582

Accession Number: 1998.5404

No image available

Straw matting

Piece of straw matting, purple and brown checked pattern where undyed straw woven w/ purple straw. Fringed ends.

Date: 1880-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: straw (plant material), weaving

GUSN: 24583

Accession Number: 1998.5405

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Straw matting

Piece of straw matting, purple and brown checked pattern where undyed straw woven w/ purple straw. Fringed ends.

Date: 1880-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: straw (plant material), weaving

GUSN: 24584

Accession Number: 1998.5406

No image available

Evening gown

Silk evening gown, cream-colored w/ diagonal lines of leaves and berries embroidered throughout. Sleeveless w/ high tucked waist and tucked bodice w/ white lace and black net decoration. Back hook and eye clasps. Bustle and train w/ silver net trim.

Date: 1885-1895

Maker: unknown

Material: embroidering, silk (textile)

GUSN: 24585

Accession Number: 1998.5407

Evening gown

Ivory colored evening gown w/ brocaded metallic leaf decoration; applique trim running length of gown, both sides of front. White lace neckline and sleeve cuffs. Train at back.

Date: 1880-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: brocading, silk (textile)

GUSN: 24586

Accession Number: 1998.5408

No image available

Shift

White cotton shift for a baby. Drawstring neckline gathered in tucks. Embroidered cutwork sleeve hems and Empire waist band. Horizontal pleats at bottom; hem w/ embroidered cutwork and scalloped edges.

Date: 1859-1867

Maker: unknown

Material: cotton (textile), cutwork, embroidering

GUSN: 24587

Accession Number: 1998.5409

No image available

Christening gown

White cotton baby christening gown. Short sleeves and triangular piece at bodice laced in circular pattern. Similar panels at back central closure. Embroidered band w/ inner drawstring at Empire waist. Two floral cutwork embroidered bands at hem separated by 3 wider bands of pleated tucks. Bottom he...

Date: 1858

Maker: unknown

Material: cotton (textile)

GUSN: 24588

Accession Number: 1998.5410

No image available

Waistcoat

Silk waist coat, ivory, w/ brown satin back and interior lining. Front side pockets cut in a semi-circular shape. Similar pocket on right side breast. 6 round buttons, silk embroidered.

Date: 1840-1870

Maker: unknown

Material: satin, silk (textile)

GUSN: 24589

Accession Number: 1998.5411

No image available

Waistcoat

Silk embroidered waistcoat, ivory colored linen. Straight cut side pockets at front and diagonal pocket at right breast. Embroidered button holes w/ circular holes for removable buttons. Silk embroidery is floral, on lapels and front. White linen lining.

Date: 1810-1840

Maker: unknown

Material: embroidering, linen (material), silk (textile)

GUSN: 24590

Accession Number: 1998.5412

No image available

Baby blanket

Brushed cotton baby blanket, light green w/ embroidered floral detail in silk at one end. Embroidered scalloped edges. Corners square except for the rounded head cover w/ two drawstring ribbons for securing around baby's head.

Date: 1859-1866

Maker: unknown

Material: napping, brushwork, cotton (textile), embroidering

GUSN: 24591

Accession Number: 1998.5413

No image available

Baby blanket

Soft brushed cotton baby blanket, rectangular w/ scalloped edges embroidered w/ open circles. Circles embroidered into a tree at one corner.

Date: 1859-1867

Maker: unknown

Material: napping, brushwork, cotton (textile), embroidering

GUSN: 24592

Accession Number: 1998.5414

Buckle

This pair of discs interlock to form a buckle (leather or fabric belt no longer extant) at the cetnter front. Each half of the buckle is a cast bronzed metal disc. The surface of each disc is decorated with cast designs of swirling knots surrounding a gallery of pierced teardrops, each surrounded by...

Date: 1880-1910

Maker: unknown

Material: bronzing, casting (process)

GUSN: 23842

Accession Number: 1998.4799AB

Belt buckle

Enameled metal belt buckle formed from two interlocking, similarly formed sections (one half is broken into two pieces). Each half of the buckle is formed from a series of five openwork stamped oval shapes arranged in foliate fashion. One half set with large hook at center front, connecting to ring ...

Date: 1870-1900

Maker: unknown

Material: metal, stamping (forming), enamel (fused coating)

GUSN: 23843

Accession Number: 1998.4800A-C

Buckle

Buckle formed from two matching halves joined at center front, meant to attach to a fabric or leather strap (no longer extant) with a pressure hinge. Each half is a square silver-colored metal plaque with a design cast in bas relief depicting a child riding an animal, possibly a large cat or dog, wi...

Date: 1860-1880

Maker: unknown

Material: silver (metal), bas-relief (sculpture technique)

GUSN: 23844

Accession Number: 1998.4801AB

Fur or dress clip

Each of these fur or dress clips is composed of white metal, plated in rhodium, cast to resemble a leafy branch tied with a bow knot at the stem. The leaves and bow are set with multicolored paste gems. Attachment with a spring clasp at back.

Date: 1870-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: white metal, paste (glass), plating (metal coating)

GUSN: 23845

Accession Number: 1998.4802AB

Button or fastener

Each half of this linked pair of fasteners is composesd of a roughly hammered metal disc enameled in dark blue. Atop the disc sits another, cast in white metal in a lacy, openwork whorl with a ropework edge that exposes the enamel beneath. The arms of the whorl are set with white paste gems. The pai...

Date: 1860-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: enameling, paste (glass), white metal

GUSN: 23846

Accession Number: 1998.4803AB

Fur or dress clip

Each of these fur or dress clips is composed of white metal cast to resemble a pair of stacked leaves. The clip was plated prior to gem setting. The top leaf of each clip is set with multicolored paste gems. Attachment with a spring clasp at back.

Date: 1870-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: white metal, paste (glass), plating (metal coating)

GUSN: 23847

Accession Number: 1998.4804AB

Buckle

Each half of this buckle is constructed from silver-plated metal stamped in foliate scrolls around a triangular shape, set with a purple-colored stone in the center. The two halves of the buckle attach with an interlocking prong and cross bar. The bar is formed to resemble a human figure with legs...

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: metal, plating (metal coating), paste (glass)

GUSN: 23848

Accession Number: 1998.4805AB

Buckle

Each half of this buckle or clasp is formed from white metal in an oval with concentric filigree designs. At the center of each (superimposed over the closure mechanism) are paired scrolled trefoil shapes. Each half of buckle set with clear pastesr (Buckle B missing gem). Strap/belt no longer extant...

Date: 1870-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: paste (glass), white metal

GUSN: 23849

Accession Number: 1998.4806AB

Belt buckle

Belt buckle comprised of two pieces of stamped silver-plated metal. Each half is formed from a repeating asymmetrical rococo scroll and foliate design. At the center of the outer rim lies a three-leaf clover decorated with a single purple prong-set paste stone. One clover extant. The buckle closes w...

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: silver (metal), plate (material), stamping (forming)

GUSN: 23850

Accession Number: 1998.4807AB

Buckle

A buckle formed from two metal halves connecting at center front with hook and eye (leather or fabric belt no longer extant). Each half of the buckle formed from silver-toned metal in an openwork knot pattern decorated with polychrome enamel. Outer edges of each half embellished with faceted marcasi...

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: enameling, marcasite

GUSN: 23851

Accession Number: 1998.4808AB

Buckles

Pair of tarnished silver buckles w/ith stamped flowers and abstract swirls on each; attached bar on back forms slot for attachment to apparel.

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: silver (metal), stamping (forming)

GUSN: 23852

Accession Number: 1998.4809AB

Buckle

Each buckle in this pair is constructed from white metal, cast in a pattern of geometric lines and faux hammer marks. Plated in rhodium or nickel to give a bright silver appearance. Center bar and single prong.

Date: 1915-1930

Maker: unknown

Material: white metal, plating (metal coating)

GUSN: 23853

Accession Number: 1998.4810AB

Buckle

Filigree rectangular buckle with central floral motif surrounded by scrolled foliate decoration in oxidized and polished silver plating. Attachment to belt (no longer extant) with sliding metal arched bar on back.

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: plate (material), silver alloy

GUSN: 23854

Accession Number: 1998.4811

Buckle

Large stamped metal buckle with bronze wash and oxidized surface; rectangular shape with scrolled foliate decoation and pierced designs at top and bottom.

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: metal, stamping (forming), piercing

GUSN: 23855

Accession Number: 1998.4812

Buckle

Oval buckle made from silver-colored metal patterned to resemble twisted rope. Buckle attaches to strap/belt (no longer extant) with bar and two prongs.

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: steel (alloy), plating (metal coating), silver alloy

GUSN: 23856

Accession Number: 1998.4813

Buckle

Buckle composed of molded composite material with central bust of a woman with long hair set in an elongated oval, flanked by spade-shaped elements filled with scrolling foliage.

Date: 1850-1870

Maker: unknown

Material: vulcanite

GUSN: 23857

Accession Number: 1998.4814

Buckle

Stamped, brass-plated oval buckle comprised of linked hemispheres. Worn black enamel still visible in crevices. Attachment to strap/belt with crossbar (visible in image), belt no longer extant.

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), stamping (forming)

GUSN: 23858

Accession Number: 1998.4815

Buckle

Stamped metal buckle with scrolled foliate design along edges flanking flowers centered in oval frames. Darkened surface may be oxidation or remains of enamel (by eye).

Date: 1840-1870

Maker: unknown

Material: stamping (forming), metal

GUSN: 23859

Accession Number: 1998.4816

Buckle

Square steel buckle with recurved sides and rounded corners, two central posts, rectangular toothed tongue and chape. Patent mark and date stamped on tongue [see Inscriptions].

Date: 1864-1880

Maker: unknown

Material: stamping (forming), nickel (metal), plating (metal coating)

GUSN: 23860

Accession Number: 1998.4817

Buckle

Black-enameled brass filigree buckle with scrolled foliate open decoration. Bar for garment attachment at center back (strap/belt no longer extant).

Date: 1850-1880

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), enameling

GUSN: 23861

Accession Number: 1998.4818

Buckle

Narrow, rectangular, black metal slide-style buckle with stamped scrolled foliate decoration.

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: metal, enameling

GUSN: 23862

Accession Number: 1998.4819

Buckle

Large, flat, rectangular, black-enameled belt buckle. Cross bar and tongue for attachment to belt/strap.

Date: 1890-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: enameling, white metal

GUSN: 23863

Accession Number: 1998.4820

Buckle

Narrow, slide-style, black-enameled brass buckle with embossed band of dots around outer edge.

Date: 1850-1890

Maker: unknown

Material: brass (alloy), enameling

GUSN: 23864

Accession Number: 1998.4821

Buckle

Oval, convex mother-of-pearl buckle cut from a single piece of shell with a center cross bar.

Date: 1870-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: mother of pearl, carving (processes)

GUSN: 23865

Accession Number: 1998.4822

No image available

Belt buckle

Small oval mother of pearl belt buckle with central cross bar for attachment to belt (no longer extant).

Date: 1870-1920

Maker: unknown

Material: mother of pearl

GUSN: 23866

Accession Number: 1998.4823