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Mary Todd Lincoln's shawl

Creator:
unknown
Location:
unknown
Origin Date:
1840-1865
Materials:
cloth
Measurements:
overall: 29 in x 59 in
Item ID:
71.2009.082.0156
Holding Institution:
Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum
Available for Viewing:
No
Category:
Textiles

Description

This is a black chantilly lace shoulder shawl that was owned and worn by Mary Todd Lincoln. The lace is made up of very fine black thread. The shawl is triangular in shape and features 3 inches of heavy floral and scroll decoration around all three sides, and scattered floral designs in the center. Part of The Lincoln Financial Foundation Collection, courtesy of the Indiana State Museum