Suit
Object number2011.87.19 a-e
Designer
Walda Scott
Datec. 1950
Mediumwool; metal; glass
Credit LineGift of Jean Woods
DescriptionNavy blue women's suit consisting of matching jacket and skirt. Long sleeve single breasted jacket has Peter Pan collar and three fabric covered buttons down front; triangular decorative material covers buttons.DimensionsMeasured laying flat(a) Height: 24 ; Width (shoulders): 16 ; Length (sleeves): 23.5
(b) H: 31 ; W: 13.5
(c-e) W: .625 ; L: ~.5
Marks(a)
Label on proper right lining "Walda Scott / by / SCOTT ENTERPRISES / Original".
Historical NotesSuit belonging to donor Jean Woods' mother, Louise Irwin Woods. Louise Irwin Woods (1914-1999) grew up in the Ligonier area and was a graduate of Juniata College. She taught school until her marriage in 1934, to Carson B. Woods. Upon her husband's death in 1953, Louise began teaching elementary school again and also earned her Master's degree in archival studies from Duquesne University. She appreciated well-made clothing and had things ordered from New York, Baltimore, and Pittsburgh area tailors.
Previous owner
Louise Irwin Woods
(1914 - 1999)
Related institution
Juniata College
Related person
Carson B. Woods
Terms
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c. 1948
1944-1945
1941-1945