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Embroidered Lace Tea Apron, 1924
White lace tea apron, lace has floral pattern. One of four aprons that were a gift to Meadow Brook Hall in 1978 from Amelia Cline, sister of Matilda Dodge Wilson. Amelia Cline had had the aprons since 1924. This item was originally 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.
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Silk Taffeta Blouse, 1932
White silk taffeta blouse with collar and cuffs edged in hand-tacked, pleated taffeta. The zipper on the waistband was intended to go with a skirt. 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.
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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.
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Felt Hat with Cut Felt Accents, 1940
Purple felt hat with felt accents cut to resemble feathers and pink rosette at crown. This hat 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.
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Evening Gown of Green and Gold, 1921
Evening gown of green gold metallic tissues woven with pink flowers. The under-skirt and trim are of violet silk illusion, creating an eighteenth century effect of panniers. The under-skirt is trimmed with gold bullion braid. A shorter over-skirt dips to a full train in the back. 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 Detro…
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Gold Velvet Evening Gown, 1921
Old-gold velvet evening gown with a bodice, under-skirt, and front panels of gold lame. The overall skirt is caught up at the sides with velvet cording and gold bullion tassels to create an eighteenth century effect. Details include a small accent of metallic flowers at the waist. 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 Detro…
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Three Piece Taffeta Party Dress with Lace Jacket, 1938
Three piece rose taffeta party dress. Neck of dress is accentuated with rose lace and lace flowers. Over jacket of white re-embroidered lace and gold threads in bolero length. Additional accent of rose lace attached to shoulder. Dress has pink slip. 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.
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Net Summer Dress with Lace Accents, 1917
Off white (to pink) net summer dress. Additional accent is achieved with a tunic skirt and lace collar, sleeve cuffs and bib front. 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.
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Georgette Day Dress with Beaded Bodice and Sleeves, 1934
Black and creamy white georgette day dress. Top of creamy white georgette beaded with white glass beads. Weighted on the neckline in front to give soft folds. Two pieces: dress and slip. 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.
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Crepe Day Dress with Embroidered Lace Collar, 1937
Printed day dress of rust, red, green, and white colored crepe. The neckline is accentuated with a collar of embroidered silver and lace. A bow o the left side adds accent to the collar. 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.
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Velvet Dinner Dress with Large Cuffs of Wool Yarn and Rhinestones, 1938
Black velvet dinner dress. Severity of the dress is offset with large cuffs of white wool yarn and rhinestones. A rhinestone clasp on the belt and shoulder accents of padded velvet add emphasis to the effect of simple elgance. 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.
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Velvet Dinner Dress with Loose Surplice Brocade Top, 1935
Dinner dress of dusty blue velvet with blue and gold metallic brocade top. The bodice has wrap around pendants to give a criss-cross effect in the front. 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.
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Velvet Dinner Dress with Ostrich Feather Motif, 1938
Burgundy velvet dinner dress. The velvet has a cut motif of ostrich feathers, which adds a subtle elegance to the gown. The back is accented with a bustle. 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.
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Velvet Dinner Dress with Lace Collar and Cuffs, 1938
Burgundy velvet dinner dress with accents on the collar and cuffs of ecru lace. A buckle set with topaz adds detail to the front of the dress. 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.
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Satin Crepe Dinner Dress with Beaded and Embroidered Bodice, 1938
Black satin backed crepe dinner dress with a bodice of black chiffon embroidered in silk and beaded in jet beads. Emphasis is given to the back with bows of crepe creating a custle effect. 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.
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Velvet Evening Coat with Taffeta Ruffles and Lace Cuffs, 1919
Evening coat of dove gray velvet lined in rose silk taffeta with velvet covered buttons. Coat has rose taffeta ruffles and lace cuffs. The taffeta and lace over-collar creates a bib effect. A panel of velvet accented with buttons and black and gray metallic roping add emphasis to the back. 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 Compan…
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Felt Slouch Hat Accented with Ostrich Feathers, 1937
Plain gray felt slouch hat with a brim of three tuckes in front to add fullness. Accents include burgundy ostrich feathers on the left side of the crown. Most likely missing veil, as there are stitch marks on the brim. 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.
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Felt Derby-Cut Slouch Hat Accented with Ostrich Feathers, 1930
Black felt derby-cut slouch hat with under brim and edging of black silk. Accents include a black ostrich feather draped around the band. Hat is intended to be used as a riding hat. 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.
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Embroidered Silk Tea Apron, 1924
White embroidered silk tea apron with blue tie and bow. One of four aprons that were a gift to Meadow Brook Hall in 1978 from Amelia Cline, sister of Matilda Dodge Wilson. Amelia Cline had had the aprons since 1924. Originally, 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.
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Sheer Dotted Apron with Satin Ribbon Edging, 1924
Sheer white apron with dot pattern and pink satin ribbon edging. One of four aprons that were a gift to Meadow Brook Hall in 1978 from Amelia Cline, sister of Matilda Dodge Wilson. Amelia Cline had had the aprons since 1924. This item was originally 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.