Collection Highlights
Augustus Coe Gurnee dressed for the Vanderbilt costume ball, March 26, 1883
Date:
March 26, 1883
Object Number:
PR.223.1.16.1
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Preliminary sketch of paper doll and 3 costumes
Object Number:
INV.10280
Date:
1830-1860
Medium:
graphite
Dimensions:
Overall: 14 1/4 x 19 1/4 in. ( 36.2 x 48.9 cm )
Description:
Paper cut-outs with details drawn in pencil and ink of young woman in petticoat with three fancy gowns; mounted on paper board.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
