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Mary E Humes Collection

Mary E Humes was a talented creator and figurehead in the world of fashion during the late 1930s and early 1940s

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Iron Fence, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Iron Fence, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Iron Fence, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Figurehead 'Martha', c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes

Figurehead "Martha", c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes
Figurehead " Martha", c. 1938

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Stern Piece: Eagle, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes

Stern Piece: Eagle, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes
Stern Piece: Eagle, c. 1939

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Mans Slippers, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes

Mans Slippers, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes
Mans Slippers, 1935/1942

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Costume, c. 1941. Creator: Mary E Humes

Costume, c. 1941. Creator: Mary E Humes
Costume, c. 1941

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Stern Board, c. 1940. Creator: Mary E Humes

Stern Board, c. 1940. Creator: Mary E Humes
Stern Board, c. 1940

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Childs Coat, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Childs Coat, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Childs Coat, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Infants Shirt, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Infants Shirt, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Infants Shirt, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Infants Dress, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Infants Dress, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Infants Dress, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Opera Cloak, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes

Opera Cloak, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes
Opera Cloak, c. 1938

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Wedding Dress, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes

Wedding Dress, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes
Wedding Dress, c. 1939

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Doll and Costume, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Doll and Costume, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Doll and Costume, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Childs Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Childs Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Childs Dress, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Toy Chair, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes

Toy Chair, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes
Toy Chair, 1935/1942

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Embroidery - Detail of Childs Dress, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes

Embroidery - Detail of Childs Dress, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes
Embroidery - Detail of Childs Dress, 1935/1942

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Mans Suit, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Mans Suit, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Mans Suit, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Childs Dress, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Childs Dress, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Childs Dress, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Boys Hat, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Boys Hat, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Boys Hat, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Dress, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes

Dress, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes
Dress, c. 1938

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Pilot House Ornament, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes

Pilot House Ornament, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes
Pilot House Ornament, c. 1939

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Hat Box - Top, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes

Hat Box - Top, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes
Hat Box - Top, c. 1939

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Doll - 'Ann Blairs', c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Doll - "Ann Blairs", c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Doll - " Ann Blairs", c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Stern Board from Ship 'John Penrose', c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes

Stern Board from Ship "John Penrose", c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes
Stern Board from Ship " John Penrose", c. 1939

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Figurehead from Bark 'George', c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes

Figurehead from Bark "George", c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes
Figurehead from Bark " George", c. 1939

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Cigar Store Pocahontas, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes

Cigar Store Pocahontas, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes
Cigar Store Pocahontas, c. 1939

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Figurehead: Warrior, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes

Figurehead: Warrior, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes
Figurehead: Warrior, c. 1938

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Indian Princess Figurehead, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes

Indian Princess Figurehead, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes
Indian Princess Figurehead, c. 1938

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Old Dresser, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Old Dresser, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Old Dresser, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Figurehead: 'Jolly Tar'. Creator: Mary E Humes

Figurehead: "Jolly Tar". Creator: Mary E Humes
Figurehead: " Jolly Tar"

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Hat Box, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes

Hat Box, c. 1939. Creator: Mary E Humes
Hat Box, c. 1939

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Fence and Posts, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Fence and Posts, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Fence and Posts, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Petticoat, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes

Petticoat, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes
Petticoat, c. 1938

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Coverlet, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes

Coverlet, c. 1938. Creator: Mary E Humes
Coverlet, c. 1938

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Bonnet, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Bonnet, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Bonnet, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Suit (Costume), c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Suit (Costume), c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Suit (Costume), c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Childs Bonnet, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Childs Bonnet, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Childs Bonnet, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Doll Dress, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Doll Dress, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Doll Dress, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Doll, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Doll, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Doll, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Wax Doll, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Wax Doll, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Wax Doll, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Hunting Trousers, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes

Hunting Trousers, c. 1936. Creator: Mary E Humes
Hunting Trousers, c. 1936

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Doll and Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Doll and Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Doll and Dress, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Material from Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Material from Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Material from Dress, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Wedding Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Wedding Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Wedding Dress, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Dress, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Dress, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Mans Coat & Waistcoat, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Mans Coat & Waistcoat, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Mans Coat & Waistcoat, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Costume, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes

Costume, c. 1937. Creator: Mary E Humes
Costume, c. 1937

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Dress with Hoop Skirt, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes

Dress with Hoop Skirt, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes
Dress with Hoop Skirt, 1935/1942

Background imageMary E Humes Collection: Childs Bonnet, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes

Childs Bonnet, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Mary E Humes
Childs Bonnet, 1935/1942



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Mary E Humes was a talented creator and figurehead in the world of fashion during the late 1930s and early 1940s. Her exquisite designs showcased her immense creativity and attention to detail. One of her notable creations, "Martha, " served as a captivating figurehead in the fashion industry around 1938. This piece exemplified Humes' ability to capture elegance and grace through intricate craftsmanship. In another masterpiece titled "Eagle, " created circa 1939, Humes displayed her versatility by designing a stunning stern piece that exuded strength and majesty. The attention given to every feather demonstrated her dedication to perfection. Humes also ventured into footwear design with her collection of men's slippers from 1935-1942. These slippers were not only fashionable but also comfortable, showcasing Humes' commitment to both style and practicality. Her talent extended beyond clothing as she crafted beautiful costumes around 1941. Each costume reflected an individual character or theme, highlighting Humes' ability to bring imagination to life through fabric and design. The stern board created by Mary E Humes circa 1940 was another testament to her artistic prowess. This intricately designed piece added a touch of sophistication and elegance wherever it was displayed. Even children benefited from Hume's creative genius, as seen in pieces such as the child's coat from 1937 or infants shirt from the same year. These garments were not just functional but also stylish, proving that even young ones could enjoy high-quality fashion thanks to Mary E Humes. Hume's eye for detail is further evident in pieces like the opera cloak from around 1938 or the wedding dress she designed in 1939. Both garments radiated glamour while still maintaining an air of timelessness that would ensure their appeal for years to come. Not limited solely to human attire, Mary E Hume's doll costume from circa 1937 showcased her ability to create miniature fashion masterpieces.