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Date
1832 – 1832
Material
ceramic
Catalogue Number
102.04.0244
Description
Hand thrown, trim-footed, jar with 2.6 cm. diameter neck. Wax resist applied (probably) before glazing, Dominant green calligraphy and miscellaneous objects in design with yellow, red, white, pale green and deep blue trim. Red-bordered label in E.S. Morse's writing says "China, age 1832" and number…
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Title
Vase
Date
1832 – 1832
Material
ceramic
Dimensions
8.9 x 9.0 cm
Description
Hand thrown, trim-footed, jar with 2.6 cm. diameter neck. Wax resist applied (probably) before glazing, Dominant green calligraphy and miscellaneous objects in design with yellow, red, white, pale green and deep blue trim. Red-bordered label in E.S. Morse's writing says "China, age 1832" and number resembling "707".
Subject
households
decorative
Chinese
E. S. Morse
Credit
Gift of Catharine Robb Whyte, O. C., Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
102.04.0244
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Date
1832
Material
fibre; paper; metal
Catalogue Number
103.04.1021
Description
Bright green bonnet (calash) with eight folds. Fabric is stitched around shaped metal stays, 14 in all. Neck piece is padded and shaped with wire. Rim has fabric folded or pleated in ribbon effect. Long green ribbon ties at front of neck. Additional long grey ribbon attached to brim higher on face.…
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Title
Bonnet
Date
1832
Material
fibre; paper; metal
Description
Bright green bonnet (calash) with eight folds. Fabric is stitched around shaped metal stays, 14 in all. Neck piece is padded and shaped with wire. Rim has fabric folded or pleated in ribbon effect. Long green ribbon ties at front of neck. Additional long grey ribbon attached to brim higher on face. Inside back is reinforced with burlap on which is glued brown paper. Written in Mary Schaffer’s hand: “18 S.M. Potts 1832 Calasche”. On back, ribbon is tied in bow. Green fabric stitched on back to cover neck.
Subject
clothing
S.M. Potts
Mary Schaffer
Credit
Gift of Charles C. Reid, Banff, Alberta, 1986
Catalogue Number
103.04.1021
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Date
1835
Material
ceramic
Catalogue Number
104.20.0280 a,b
Description
Two teacups made of porcelain with black, geometric, stenciled design, 2 flowers on outside, trimmed foot. Red and white label on the inside of (b) reads “Yatsushiso 1835 set of 5 Made for Governor”
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Title
Teacup
Date
1835
Material
ceramic
Dimensions
4.5 x 6.7 cm
Description
Two teacups made of porcelain with black, geometric, stenciled design, 2 flowers on outside, trimmed foot. Red and white label on the inside of (b) reads “Yatsushiso 1835 set of 5 Made for Governor”
Subject
Whyte home
households
Edith Morse Robb
Edward S. Morse
Credit
Gift of Catharine Robb Whyte, O. C., Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
104.20.0280 a,b
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Date
1836
Material
fibre
Catalogue Number
103.05.1187
Description
Small cream coloured baby dress with puff sleeves. Lace around neckline, sleeves, and at bodice. Two ties are in bows at the neckline and just below. Circle of lace approx. 9 cm above hem of dress. Waist of dress is 20 cm, width at bottom 77.5 cm.
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Title
Baby Dress
Date
1836
Material
fibre
Dimensions
64 x 77.5 cm
Description
Small cream coloured baby dress with puff sleeves. Lace around neckline, sleeves, and at bodice. Two ties are in bows at the neckline and just below. Circle of lace approx. 9 cm above hem of dress. Waist of dress is 20 cm, width at bottom 77.5 cm.
Subject
households
clothing
children
Mary Schaffer Warren
Credit
Gift of Shelagh Nolan Lester, Calgary, 2005
Catalogue Number
103.05.1187
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Secretary; Writing Desk

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Date
1850
Material
wood, mahogany;
Catalogue Number
102.03.1027
Description
A writing desk that features a curved and inlaid centre portion which folds back to expose four small drawers and open compartments above a pull-out writing/working surface. The desk is supported by two richly carved legs depicting acanthus leaves, terminating in brass casters. It’s flanked by a pa…
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Title
Secretary; Writing Desk
Date
1850
Material
wood, mahogany;
Description
A writing desk that features a curved and inlaid centre portion which folds back to expose four small drawers and open compartments above a pull-out writing/working surface. The desk is supported by two richly carved legs depicting acanthus leaves, terminating in brass casters. It’s flanked by a pair of brass candle holders. Below the working surface are a pair of fielded flamed mahogany doors with brass accents which enclose a storage area. The upper portion features a bookcase with a pair of glazed doors with brass accents. This mahogany secretary features numerous decorative elements including gilt mounts, brass ornamentations, detailed carvings, flamed mahogany panels and an overall exhibition of superior craftsmanship.
Subject
households
furniture
Mary Schaffer
Credit
Gift of Jan McGregor, Edmonton, 2014
Catalogue Number
102.03.1027
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Date
1856
Material
paper; metal
Catalogue Number
105.02.0103 a,b
Description
Two crinkly parchment diplomas from Union College belonging to Patrick Robb, both etched in Latin using italic script, with certain words handwritten. (a) Bachelor of Arts, etching of three women dressed in Greek togas, Wisdom, Fame, and Happiness, walking beneath an arch of clouds at middle right…
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Title
College Diploma
Date
1856
Material
paper; metal
Dimensions
39.6 x 44.1 cm
Description
Two crinkly parchment diplomas from Union College belonging to Patrick Robb, both etched in Latin using italic script, with certain words handwritten. (a) Bachelor of Arts, etching of three women dressed in Greek togas, Wisdom, Fame, and Happiness, walking beneath an arch of clouds at middle right side. Awarded by the curators of Union college in Schenectady, New York to "Patricius Robb", (handwritten), on August 10, 1856, signed by five professors and the president. In lower left corner is white oval paper seal stamped deeply with the Union College impression. (b) Delphic Society, at top middle, etching of three women in Greek togas, with Greek temple sitting on a high mountains in the background, awarded to "Patricius Robb", and signed by four officers and three members of the society from Union College, dated as (a), with the etched seal of the society printed at bottom. Canister, tin tube, 42.0 x 5.1 diam. with folded seam down length and high cap which slips on, slightly domed ended.
Subject
Patrick Robb
Union College
scholastic
Credit
Gift of Catharine Robb Whyte, O. C., Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
105.02.0103 a,b
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Date
1900
Material
metal, copper
Catalogue Number
103.01.0024
Description
A finger ring made of a wide band of coiled copper wire.
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Title
Ring
Date
1900
Material
metal, copper
Dimensions
2.0 cm
Description
A finger ring made of a wide band of coiled copper wire.
Subject
Indigenous
decorative
hunting
trading
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
103.01.0024
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Date
1900 – 1900
Material
metal
Catalogue Number
103.09.0011
Description
A large three handled metal cup with slightly convex sides and a flared base. Each handle starts at the cup lip with a flat thumb grip on top and attach almost at the bottom of the cup. The cup is monogramed and dated on one side “ECG June 23rd 1900”. The bottom of the cup is marked with “Reed…
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Title
Loving Cup
Date
1900 – 1900
Material
metal
Dimensions
16.5 cm
Description
A large three handled metal cup with slightly convex sides and a flared base. Each handle starts at the cup lip with a flat thumb grip on top and attach almost at the bottom of the cup. The cup is monogramed and dated on one side “ECG June 23rd 1900”. The bottom of the cup is marked with “Reed & Barton 36”.
Subject
sports
souvenirs
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
103.09.0011
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Date
1900
Material
metal; metal, silver; skin, shark
Catalogue Number
104.05.0027
Description
A straight sided sword with a sharkskin wrapped handle. The hilt of the sword has a silver filigree design on the knickle bow. The blade is marked with a star of david near the handle and a crown and “ER VII” lower on the blade.
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Title
Sword
Date
1900
Material
metal; metal, silver; skin, shark
Dimensions
103.0 cm
Description
A straight sided sword with a sharkskin wrapped handle. The hilt of the sword has a silver filigree design on the knickle bow. The blade is marked with a star of david near the handle and a crown and “ER VII” lower on the blade.
Subject
military
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
104.05.0027
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Date
1900
Material
fibre; glass
Catalogue Number
103.01.0023
Description
A short beaded strip (about wrist length) that was loom woven. The strip has a design of two red and one green X on a white background with areas between filled with a green, red, blue and gold line design. There are two metal sequins sewn in the centre of the design between the Xs (others missing…
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Title
Beaded Trim
Date
1900
Material
fibre; glass
Dimensions
4.0 x 18.0 cm
Description
A short beaded strip (about wrist length) that was loom woven. The strip has a design of two red and one green X on a white background with areas between filled with a green, red, blue and gold line design. There are two metal sequins sewn in the centre of the design between the Xs (others missing?). A short, white beaded, looped edging runs along each long side, and there is a double row of beads placed around the buttonhole at one end.
Subject
Indigenous
Plains
beadwork
regalia
decorative
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
103.01.0023
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Date
1901
Material
metal
Catalogue Number
105.02.1031 a,b
Description
Thin aluminum round box with lid. Top is decorated with a repousse open floral pattern.
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Title
Summit Canister
Date
1901
Material
metal
Dimensions
3.5 cm
Description
Thin aluminum round box with lid. Top is decorated with a repousse open floral pattern.
Subject
sports
climbing
Jean Habel
Chaba Valley
Credit
Gift of J. Monroe Thorington, Philadelphia, USA, 1972
Catalogue Number
105.02.1031 a,b
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Date
1901
Material
fibre, cotton; metal
Catalogue Number
103.05.1127
Description
White cotton, high necked long dress. Front yoke of lace, panel of lace each side to the waist. High necked lace collar with tiny ruffled net material around the top. Bodice alternates lace and fine pleated cotton. Inset band of same lace at waist. Long skirt alternates with 4 vertical lace p…
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Title
Wedding Dress
Date
1901
Material
fibre, cotton; metal
Dimensions
41.0 x 121.0 cm
Description
White cotton, high necked long dress. Front yoke of lace, panel of lace each side to the waist. High necked lace collar with tiny ruffled net material around the top. Bodice alternates lace and fine pleated cotton. Inset band of same lace at waist. Long skirt alternates with 4 vertical lace panels 4.5 wide with cotton. One lace panel all around 6.0 above hem. Three quarter length puffed sleeves of white cotton with 2 bands of lace and 2 bands of pleats. Back is fastened to the hips with 16 hooks and sewn eyes. On each side of back opening there are tiny pleats and a band of lace which extends downwards 54.0 below waist, the 2 bands are then joined with a horizontal band which is 52.0 long.
Subject
households
clothing
weddings
Annie White
Credit
Gift of Clifford J. White, Victoria, 1994
Catalogue Number
103.05.1127
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Date
1901
Material
metal
Catalogue Number
105.02.1146
Description
Shield shaped metal tag, gold coloured. Imprinted on face: "Banff Dog Tax 1901 93" housed in decorative green box.
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Title
Identification Tag
Date
1901
Material
metal
Dimensions
2.6 x 3.0 cm
Description
Shield shaped metal tag, gold coloured. Imprinted on face: "Banff Dog Tax 1901 93" housed in decorative green box.
Subject
Banff
Parks Canada
animal control
Norman Sanson
dogs
Credit
Gift of Jim Buckingham, Banff, 1992
Catalogue Number
105.02.1146
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Date
1902 – 1902
Material
fibre, cotton
Catalogue Number
103.09.0021
Description
A long black academic gown with long wide pointed sleeves gathered at the shoulders. The gown opens down the length of the gown front, with a wide panel on either side, and snaps to fasten at the top creating a V-neck. The back of the gown is gathered between the shoulders with a square 'collar' …
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Title
Academic Gown
Date
1902 – 1902
Material
fibre, cotton
Dimensions
130.0 cm
Description
A long black academic gown with long wide pointed sleeves gathered at the shoulders. The gown opens down the length of the gown front, with a wide panel on either side, and snaps to fasten at the top creating a V-neck. The back of the gown is gathered between the shoulders with a square 'collar' at the yoke and a line of twisted cording down centre that buttons at the bottom of the yoke. The monogram “P.A.M.” is sewn on a label at the neck. There is also a manufacturer’s label at the neck.
Subject
Philip Moore
education
ceremonial
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
103.09.0021
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Date
1902 – 1902
Material
fibre, cotton; fibre, silk; fibre
Catalogue Number
103.09.0022
Description
A black academic hood that has a sleeve shape at the end. The deep hood is lined with orange silk and black silk in wide bands. The hood is edged in light grey velvet which forms a strap to pass over the shoulders and rest on the chest.
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Title
Academic Hood
Date
1902 – 1902
Material
fibre, cotton; fibre, silk; fibre
Dimensions
90.0 x 107.0 cm
Description
A black academic hood that has a sleeve shape at the end. The deep hood is lined with orange silk and black silk in wide bands. The hood is edged in light grey velvet which forms a strap to pass over the shoulders and rest on the chest.
Subject
education
ceremonial
Philip Moore
Princeton University
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
103.09.0022
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Date
1902 – 1902
Material
metal; enamel; pearl
Catalogue Number
103.09.0027
Description
A gold-coloured pin, in the shape of a stretched quadrafoil, with the Princeton crest in gold on a black face surrounded by a border of gold inset with seed pearls. The back of the pin is inscribed with “P.A. Moore, Princeton 1902”.
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Title
Fraternal Pin
Date
1902 – 1902
Material
metal; enamel; pearl
Dimensions
1.4 x 2.0 cm
Description
A gold-coloured pin, in the shape of a stretched quadrafoil, with the Princeton crest in gold on a black face surrounded by a border of gold inset with seed pearls. The back of the pin is inscribed with “P.A. Moore, Princeton 1902”.
Subject
education
Philip Moore
Princeton University
ceremonial
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
103.09.0027
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Date
1902 – 1902
Material
metal; glass
Catalogue Number
104.20.0084
Description
A cylindrical metal stein with a glass bottom. The stein’s handle is flat on top and curves outward where it attaches near the bottom. The cup is marked with a symbol on the top front, an elongated quadrafoil, with a monogram “C&G” inside and an inscription “Runt Moore 1902” beaneath. There are …
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Title
Tankard Mug
Date
1902 – 1902
Material
metal; glass
Description
A cylindrical metal stein with a glass bottom. The stein’s handle is flat on top and curves outward where it attaches near the bottom. The cup is marked with a symbol on the top front, an elongated quadrafoil, with a monogram “C&G” inside and an inscription “Runt Moore 1902” beaneath. There are autographs of friends scratched all over the surface. The bottom of the tankard is marked “Manning, Bowman & Co. 135”.
Subject
Philip Moore
Princeton
education
social customs
souvenirs
organizations
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
104.20.0084
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Date
1902 – 1902
Material
paper; fibre; wood; glass
Catalogue Number
105.02.0011
Description
A white rectangular sheet of paper with seal and orange ribbon at bottom centre. Latin inscription stating that it was awarded to Philip Augustus Moore, Bachelor of Arts degree, upon his graduation from Princeton University, dated June 3, 1902. The diploma is framed in a narrow black wood frame …
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Title
Diploma
Date
1902 – 1902
Material
paper; fibre; wood; glass
Dimensions
38.9 (frame) x 47.2 (frame) cm
Description
A white rectangular sheet of paper with seal and orange ribbon at bottom centre. Latin inscription stating that it was awarded to Philip Augustus Moore, Bachelor of Arts degree, upon his graduation from Princeton University, dated June 3, 1902. The diploma is framed in a narrow black wood frame with thin gold borders.
Subject
Philip Moore
Princeton University
education
awards
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
105.02.0011
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Date
1902 – 1902
Material
bone; oil paint; metal
Catalogue Number
107.02.0018
Description
A bison hunting scene painted in oils on the shoulder blade of a buffalo. The scene is of a large expanse of yellow-green praries with mountains in the background and blue sky above with two bison running in opposite directions, one chased by figure on pony with bow and arrow cocked ready to shoot.…
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Title
Painting
Date
1902 – 1902
Material
bone; oil paint; metal
Dimensions
23.0 x 11.0 x 47.5 cm
Description
A bison hunting scene painted in oils on the shoulder blade of a buffalo. The scene is of a large expanse of yellow-green praries with mountains in the background and blue sky above with two bison running in opposite directions, one chased by figure on pony with bow and arrow cocked ready to shoot. The work is signed “J.A. Dippie 1902” on the brc. The bone hangs from a chain attached at each side of the top. A paper sticker has been removed from the back with “A/TS HX/” showing beneath.
Subject
households
crafts
painting
hunting
animals, buffalo
Credit
Gift of Pearl Evelyn Moore, Banff, 1979
Catalogue Number
107.02.0018
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Date
1902
Material
fibre; paper
Catalogue Number
104.45.1012
Description
Hand made small folding needle case. The light brown fabric cover is made in one piece and decorated with delicate embroidered flowers and the initials “A” and “J.” The interior of the case is lined with darker brown fabric and has two section. Inside the case is a small card with “This needle b…
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Title
Needle Case
Date
1902
Material
fibre; paper
Description
Hand made small folding needle case. The light brown fabric cover is made in one piece and decorated with delicate embroidered flowers and the initials “A” and “J.” The interior of the case is lined with darker brown fabric and has two section. Inside the case is a small card with “This needle book belonged to Jane or Bettie Jefferis sisters of Jacob Jefferis My mother’s grandfather Mary T.S. Schaffer Feb. 2nd 1902” handwritten in pencil.
Subject
households
crafts
needlework
embroidery
Mary Schaffer
Jane Jefferis
Bettie Jefferis
Credit
Gift of Charles C. Reid, Banff, Alberta, 1986
Catalogue Number
104.45.1012
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