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Velvet Party Dress with Pleated Lace Accents, 1936

Black velvet party dress. Skirt has alternating bands of black velvet and black pleated lace. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Sleeveless Lace Dinner Dress, 1936

Black lace dinner dress. Gores give extra fullness to the hem of the skirt. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Crepe Dinner Dress with a Lace Bodice and Sleeves, 1936

Royal blue crepe dinner dress with a bodice and sleeves of blue machine lace, which was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Black Silk Velvet Evening Gown, 1936

Black silk velvet evening gown with Y-shaped back straps. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Turquoise Jacket, 1936

Turquoise jacket owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Organdy Print Party Dress, 1936

Pale green organdy party dress printed with white flowers, which was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Tailored Wool Herringbone Weave Day Coat, 1936

White wool herringbone weave day coat, very tailored look. This item was owned by Frances Dodge (November 27, 1914 – January 24, 1971), who was the eldest daughter of John Francis Dodge (co-founder of Dodge Motor Company) and his third wife, Matilda Rausch Dodge (Wilson).

Blue Satin Shoes with Ankle Straps, 1936

Blue satin shoes with ankle straps, whick were owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Pleated Crepe Skirt, 1936

Black crepe skirt pleated from waisband. This item was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Three-Piece Set of Wool Formal Wear with Tails, 1936

Three piece set of tails in black wool. The set consists of tails, formal trousers with side stripe and brocadeed black silk vest. This set of tails was owned by Daniel Dodge (1917 – 1938), son of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), the co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Embroidered Georgette Party Dress, 1936

Turquoise georgette party dress with neckline and cuffs of embroidered white georgette. Dress has embroidery of turquoise thread and white seed pearls. Matching jacket of turquoise taffeta. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Herman Miller Bookcase

This Bookcase, in the collection of the Public Museum of Grand Rapids, consists of a mahogany base with three mahogany shelves. The case is finished with chrome-plated poles. Herman Miller Trade Name: Bookcase Product Number: 7072

White Striped Crepe Jacket, with Embroidered Trim, 1936

White striped crepe jacket with a waistband of embroidered silk taffeta in blue and pink. Details include pink and green flower appliques on the jacket and a shawl collar with white pearl buttons. Jacket has Dolman sleeves and cuffs of white crocheted lace. This item was owned by Frances Dodge (November 27, 1914 – January 24, 1971), who was the eldest daughter of John Francis Dodge (co-founder of Dodge Motor Company) and his third wife, Matilda Rausch Dodge (Wilson).

Herman Miller Side Chair

This Chair, in the collection of the High Museum of Art, is constructed of a wood frame with American ash veneer. The seat and backrest are then padded and covered with gold upholstery. Herman Miller Trade Name: Side Chair Herman Miller Series: 3319 Suite Product Number: 3323

Polka Dot Organdy Garden Party Dress with Cape, 1936

Bias cut garden party dress and cape of black organdy printed with white dots. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Velvet Cocktail Dress with Pleated Lace Accents, 1936

Black velvet cocktail dress with inserts on skirt and sleeves of pleated lace. Collar and half-slip trimmed in lace. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Crepe Day Dress with Embroidered Collar and Cuffs, 1936

Burgundy colored satin-backed crepe day dress with accents around the neck and cuffs of embroidery. This garment was owned by Matilda Dodge Wilson (October 19, 1883 – September 19, 1967),who was the wife of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Car Company in Detroit, Michigan.

Cloche, 1925-1936

Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.

Hat, 1926-1936

Born in Decatur, Illinois in 1897 Elizabeth Parke married Harvey S. Firestone Jr., son of Firestone Tire and Rubber Company founder Harvey S. Firestone, in 1921.Once described by a friend as, "the most luxurious woman in the history of luxury," Elizabeth Parke Firestone's clothing collection illustrates her impeccable taste in fashion.

Herman Miller Square Back Easy Chair

This Easy Chair, in the collection of the High Museum of Art, has wood legs which support a seat with back and arms. The seat, back and arms are padded and upholstered with fabric. Price History: Price varies with fabric, $62. 00 - $108. 50. Herman Miller Trade Name: Square Back Easy Chair Product Number: 3681

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