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Artist's smock
Worn by: Arthur Stone (American, born in England, 1847–1938)
American (New England)
early 20th century
Object Place: New England, United States
Medium/Technique
Cotton plain weave with cotton embroidery, and mother-of-pearl buttons
Dimensions
123 x 88 cm (48 7/16 x 34 5/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Alma Bent in memory of Annie E. Priest
Accession Number1978.439
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionGray cotton embroidered with blue cotton at smocking on chest and at wrists, outlining at front, shoulders, collar, cuffs; blue cotton and white silk embroidered monogram on collar (left), chisel in cartouche on left sleeve, dragon with chisel on pocket (lower right). Front partial closure with four albacore buttons; gathered at top back; double shoulder bands; triangular gussets at armpits.
ProvenanceWorn by Arthur J. Stone (1847-1938) of Gardner Mass. (American Decorative Arts Dept. holds tools)