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Parasol and Box

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

ca. 1865

GUSN

GUSN-1373

Description

Parasol (A) of black Chantilly lace over two layers of ivory taffeta with scalloped edges; ivory folding shaft, handle and tip; handle carved with cherubs and flowers; knob at tip carved with flowers; metal hardware; black silk cord and tassel around knob. Box (B) is hinged, covered in dark red leather; padded interior lined with bright blue satin; supports for handle; brass latches turned by knobs.

Details

Descriptive Terms

parasols
boxes (containers)
accessories
Chantilly lace
ivory (tooth component)
leather
satin
silk (textile)
taffeta
Umbrella
Parasol
Parasol

Inscription

B: Stamped in gold on inside lid of box: ""UNION SQUARE / TIFFANY & CO / NEW YORK"".

Additional Identification Number

1991.76A,B

Maker

Unknown

Credit Line

In memory of Nancy Morrison Allis

Accession Number

1991.76AB

Places

New York state (United States)

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