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GRADUATION GOWN

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

Currently in storage


About this object

Black synthetic graduation gown with heather grey sleeves and top. 4 ¾” black velvet runs down both sides of the front opening with thin white synthetic cording on outer edge. Each sleeve has 3 stripes of 1 ¾” black velvet. Initials “M.M.P.” on black & gold silk labels as well as makers label are sewn onto the inside back.

Object name:
GRADUATION GOWN
Made from:
synthetic fabric --velvet --silk --cotton
Made in:
U.S.
Date made:
1958
Size:
Neck to floor front: 54” Tailored sleeve: 34 ¼”

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:
2014.8.5
Signature marks:
Credit line:
Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973