Mary Todd Lincoln's gown and cape

ICHi-066123

Title: Mary Todd Lincoln's gown and cape Description: Outerwear ensemble of green and cream buffalo plaid flannel. a) Wrapper - Fitted. Buttons down front from neck to hem with large black wool buttons. High neck with round flat collar. Long sleeves with cuss. All edges bound with black braid. b) Belt c) Cape (circular) - Hip length. Edges bound with black braid. Fastened at neck with large black button.; Worn by Mrs. Abraham (Mary Todd) Lincoln (1818 - 1882). Local Notes: John and Jeanne Rowe Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln Collection, patron. Date Depicted: 1862-1864 Physical Format: capes; dresses; ensembles Copyright Notice: © 2021 Chicago Historical Society, all rights reserved. Credit Line: Chicago History Museum, ICHi-066123 Accession Number: 1920.977a-c Acquisition Source: Purchased by the Society Collection Type: Costume & Textiles Storage Location: Costume; 54038 Max Pixels - Width: 2704 Max Pixels - Height: 4064 Help improve this content