Collection of Four Sleeves, One Shawl, and One Dickey, 1840-90

This lot includes six items; four sleeves, one collar, one dickey. The dress featured in some of the images is available in Lot 63.

THE FIRST
Flared white net sleeves trimmed with ruffled lace.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: ACC.046.1850AB

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 13.5"

THE SECOND
White cotton broadcloth sleeves with ruffled cuffs.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: ACC.042.1860AB

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 17"

THE THIRD
Sheer white cotton sleeves with floral and dot embroidery, crocheted lace, and shell buttons.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: ACC.043.1860AB

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 13.75"

THE FOURTH
Sheer cotton sleeve with crocheted lace and trim, and snap closures.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: ACC.045.1900AB

Approximate Measurements:
Length: 17"

THE FIFTH
Sheer white cotton two-tiered shawl with lace trim.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: SHW.002.1840

Approximate Measurements:
Length (center back): 13"

THE SIXTH
White silk chiffon embroidered eyelet front dickey with waist ties.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 8"Length: 19"

Property of Mary D. Doering, Falls Church, Virginia

Condition: THE FIRST The overall condition is very good though there is some minor lace distortion on one of the cuffs. THE SECOND The overall condition is very good though there are some lightly soiled spots on each of the sleeves. THE THIRD The overall condition is good with some small holes on one sleeve top along with some minor soiling on each sleeve near the wrists. THE FOURTH The overall condition is good with some soiled spots along the upper arm and cuff and a small length of separated lace from the wrist on one sleeve. THE FIFTH The overall condition is good though there are a couple of small holes on the front points, likely from a pin and some minor soiled spots near the center back hemline. THE SIXTH The overall condition is very good structurally, with the back neckline button missing and some wear overall but intact. There are two hard white spots on the right edge of the front and one on the back. Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.