This amazing 1880's dress is in the MET's collection - although in storage. It was a gift of Mrs. R. Thornton Wilson to the MET in 1943. I wish there was more info, did she perhaps wear it herself as a young lady?
This lovely French pin dates from the mid-nineteenth century. It is a very large pin, measuring 5 1/2" inches high! I personally, love this fanned & curled type of hair work, so elegant! From Ebay.
