Most children's clothing among Plateau peoples such as the Umatilla was simply a smaller version of adult garments. A great deal of time and energy was spent providing children with articles of clothing and accessories so that they could look their best on special occasions. This remarkable wool shirt decorated with beaded strips and adorned with metal beads and ermine strips reveals one family's devotion to their child.

• Collection History Provenance

  The Elizabeth Cole Butler Collection.

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• Type of Item shirt
• Culture Umatilla
• Material wool cloth, silk ribbon, leather, glass bead, metal bead, ermine strip
• Measurements height 19.25 in, width 30.0 in (overall)

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• Creator Umatilla artist

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• Creation Date during 1865

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• Categories Plateau; Western Oregon; Clothing and Textiles