Person/Organization: Hardy, Jeremiah Pearson
Item 48375
Hardy's portrait of a girl, Bangor, 1850
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: 1850 Location: Bangor Media: Oil on canvas
Exhibit
Dressing Up, Standing Out, Fitting In
Adorning oneself to look one's "best" has varied over time, gender, economic class, and by event. Adornments suggest one's sense of identity and one's intent to stand out or fit in.