Parasol

Follmer, Clogg & Company

1880–89 · silk, metal, wood · Costume Institute

Seen here is a very elegant example of the lace parasols prevalent in the 1880s. The lacy sheer canopy is very flirtatious and the unusual shape of the handle is charming. This parasol would have been a very eye-catching accessory to any ladies' ensemble.

Artist

Follmer, Clogg & Company

Date

1880–89

Medium

silk, metal, wood

Culture

American

Department

Costume Institute

Credit line

Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Gift of the Brooklyn Museum, 2009; Brooklyn Museum Collection