Margery Burr's embroidered dress, Kennebunkport, ca. 1920

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Margery Burr's embroidered dress, Kennebunkport, ca. 1920

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Description

Margery Burr (1897-1987) of Kennbunkport owned this dusty rose colored silk crepe dress. The straight silhouette is indicative of the early 1920s. The ankle-length dress includes multicolored machine embroidery in a red, black, and green floral pattern. A black button appears at the cuff of each short sleeve.

Originally from Boston, Margery (Southack) Burr also resided in Kennebunkport. She was a long time fashion model, and owned and operated a fashion agency in Boston called "Burr of Boston."

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About This Item

  • Title: Margery Burr's embroidered dress, Kennebunkport, ca. 1920
  • Creation Date: circa 1920
  • Subject Date: circa 1920
  • Location: Kennebunkport, York County, ME
  • Media: silk, cotton
  • Local Code: 1993.300.313
  • Collection: Costume collection
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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