Person/Organization: Mellen, Mary King Southgate
Item 48377
Mary King Southgate, Scarborough, ca. 1870
Contributed by: Maine Historical Society Date: circa 1870 Media: Paint on cardboard, carte de visite, photograph
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.
