Gift of Mary Buchan 2016.21.7 (c) 2016 Connecticut Historical Society

Indian-style play shirt

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Clark Chester Huntington born 1905

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Walter Treadway Huntington American, born 1909

Original OwnerOriginally owned by Mary Margaret Huntington American, born 1911

Dateabout 1910-1920

Mediumcotton twill, suede, plastic

ClassificationsCostume

Credit LineGift of Mary Buchan

DescriptionRed cotton twill boy's shirt with gromets along the front closure, uncuffed sleeves, and collar. The collar, front placket, bottom hem, breast and ends of the sleeves are decorated with navy blue cotton twill trim. Attached to the blue trim is suede fringe. Portions of the blue trim are futher enhanced with multi-colored beading sewn on by hand. Possibly entirely homemade.

Worn by Clark, Walter or Mary Huntington of Windsor, Connecticut.

Object number2016.21.7

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