UCONN HISTORICAL COSTUME & TEXTILE COLLECTION




1858

Dress


Long sleeved blue plaid taffeta two piece dress with cartridge pleated skirt, bishop sleeves, round neckline, CF covered buttons of blue fabric. Bright ribbon cuffs and fringe. Janet Atkins is her daughter.

Went to auctions in the 30s (1928-1942) possibly this was purchased during that time.


Provenance:
Gaylord, Mrs. Donald C. Storrs, CT. (Margaret Root, UConn '28) Lived in Litchville town.

Construction Label:
Handmade



1993C 1858.1