Mary Todd Lincoln's gown and cape

ICHi-066124

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). Date Depicted: 1862-1864 Physical Format: capes; dresses; ensembles Copyright Notice: © 2021 Chicago Historical Society, all rights reserved. Credit Line: Chicago History Museum, ICHi-066124 Accession Number: 1920.977a-c Storage Location: Costume; 54038 Max Pixels - Width: 2704 Max Pixels - Height: 4064 Help improve this content