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Embroidered Lace Cocktail Dress, 1939

Cocktail dress of dark beige reimbroidered 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.

Velvet Cocktail Dress with White Lace, 1939

Black velvet cocktail dress with bodice and sleeves of white lace over net. 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.

Wool Twill Winter Coat with Mouton Shawl Collar, 1939

Blue wool twill winter coat with shawl collar of brown mouton. 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).

Men's Blazer, 1939

Black blazer, which was owned by Alfred Gaston Wilson (1883 – 1962), husband of Matilda Rausch Dodge (Wilson). Matilda was the widow of John Francis Dodge (October 25, 1864 – January 14, 1920), co-founder of the Dodge Motor Company.

Felt Riding Derby, 1939

Riding derby of brown felt, which 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).

Wool Two-Piece Riding Outfit, 1939

Dark brown wool two piece riding outfit with jacket and jodphurs, which 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).

Watered Taffeta Party Dress with Bows and Ruffles, 1939

Powder blue party dress with a skirt of watered taffeta with three rows of taffeta ruffles on each side over hip-line. Bodice is of satin accented with burgundy, blue and white bows, and ruffles around the neck. Dress has puff sleeves. 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.

Three-Piece Wool Riding Habit, 1939

Navy blue wool riding habit, three pieces consisting of jacket and two pairs of jodphurs. The collar and piping on the jodphurs is of black silk satin. This outfit 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).

Black Pebble-Crepe Cocktail Dress, 1939

Black pebble-crepe cocktail dress. Entire front and sleeves of dress are beaded in a sunburst design in jet beads. Matching jet beaded belt. 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.

Brocade Dinner Dress with Hip Sash, 1939

Dinner dress of gold brocade in diamond pattern with turqouise centers in each diamond. Dress has smocking details at the neckline and a double poof on the left front hip. 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.

Hat, 1930-1939

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 Server

This Table, in the collection of the Dallas Historical Society, consists of a walnut veneer on the two slab sides, a top and bottom crossbar. Herman Miller Trade Name: Server Herman Miller Series: 3979 Dining Room Suite Product Number: 3979

Crepe Day Dress with Lace and Chiffon at Neckline, 1939

Black crepe day dress with neckline accented with black lace underlined wit flesh colored chiffon, 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.

Woven Pebble Crepe Overdress with Satin Underdress, 1939

Green metallic woven pebble crepe overdress with black satin underdress and cuffs buttoned halfway down the front. Accents include a soft falling collar, a yoke back and fine detailing on the seams. 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.

Three Quarter Length Silk Jacquard Evening Jacket, 1935-1939

Two-button, 3/4-length silk jacquard jacket with pattern depicting nightclub scene with women in red, blue, and green evening wear; men in black. Weave incorporates metallic threads of gold and silver. Clothing label: BERGDORF-GOODMAN/5TH AVENUE. This is an iconic piece in which the fabric is woven into a pattern that upon close examination reveals fashionable socialites at a cocktail party. It is a most unusual fabric design.

Herman Miller Dresser Base ~ Mirror

This Vanity, in the collection of the Newark Museum, consists of a dressing table carcase of rectangular form with slightly concave recessed facade which is veneered in medium brown walnut. The table is raised on four short conical legs. There are four drawers of equal size with walnut veneer and blond (birch) strip pulls across top edge of drawers. The mirror is missing. Stenciled on the back in black are the numbers 3930 which indicates the year of design to be 1939. Herman Miller Trad…

Herman Miller Bedside Table

This Bedside Table, in the collection of the Newark Museum, is part of a suite and consists of a rectangular carcase with a bowed front and single drawer about a cupboard. The veneer is rosewood with a recessed base inlaid with vertical stripes of rosewood. There are also a circular concave mat brass pull on the drawer. This piece bears partial B. Altman Label. This indicates that it was manufactured before 1939. Herman Miller Trade Name: Bedside Table Herman Miller Series: Suite 3770 …

Herman Miller Arm Chair

This Arm Chair, in the collection of The Henry Ford, is constructed of a seat, backrest and arms that are padded and covered with tan leatherette upholstery. The seat sits on four dark wood legs that have upholstery tacks on the outside edges. Price History: 1939: $ 14. 00; 1942: $ 42. 00 (retail)Herman Miller Trade Name: Arm Chair Product Number: 3965

Herman Miller Easy Chair

This Lounge Chair, in the collection of the New Jersey Historical Society, consists of a wood frame which supports a padded seat and back. The seat and back are then covered with camel color, polynit upholstery with brass tacks. The legs are painted dark grey wood. Price History: price varies with fabric from $35 to $63. Herman Miller Trade Name: Easy Chair Product Number: 3950

Herman Miller Vanity Base and Mirror

This Vanity, in the collection of the Newark Museum, consists of a dressing table carcase of rectangular form with slightly concave recessed top. The table is raised on two tapered slap legs and made of medium brown wood. There are three graduated drawers on each side of the central knee opening that have pale blond horizontal striped handles. One drawer has a label on the inside which reads "Made by Herman Miller Furniture Co. Original Rohde Design Zeeland Michigan". The object is fin…

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