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GRADUATION GOWN

Creator(s): Bentley & Simon Judicial and Religious Robes (Manufacturer)

Currently in storage


About this object

Black graduation gown with 5” wide black velvet running down both sides of the front opening. Each sleeve has three 1 ¾” wide black velvet bands. Initials—“Dr. M.M.P.” in gold on black silk labels sewn on the inside back along with the maker’s label.

Object name:
GRADUATION GOWN
Made from:
synthetic fabric --velvet --silk
Made in:
U.S.
Date made:
1955
Size:
Neck to floor front: 54 ¾” Tailored sleeve: 34 ¼”

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
2014.8.4
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973