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Suit, Evening

Object number2011.87.11 a,b

Manufacturer Doncaster

Datec. 1970

OriginUnited States of America

Mediumpolyester; satin; metal

Credit LineGift of Jean Woods

DescriptionBlack jacket with black full length skirt. Jacket's sleeves and skirt are of the same chiffon material with metallic gold, blue, green, and pink floral design.DimensionsMeasured laying flat.

(a) Height: 20 ; Width: 17 (at shoulders) ; Length: 26 (sleeve)
(b) H: 34 ; W: 15
Marks(a)
Label in collar "DONCASTER".

Tag in proper left inseam "DRY CLEAN / MADE IN U.S.A. / OF IMPORTED FABRIC".

(b)
Label in waist "DONCASTER".
Historical NotesJacket with matching skirt 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

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