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Long full cape (in three part)
American
third quarter of 19th century
Object Place: United States
Medium/Technique
Silk; velvet, taffeta, velveteen
Dimensions
130.5 cm (51 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. James S. Russell
Accession Number48.280a
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionLong full cape, with second waist length cape, both gathered into circular yoke; made of Paisley shawl with black ground and symmetrical floral forms arranged in broad vertical stripes, blue, green, and red predominating; black velvet collar over yoke; cape lined with very dark gray (originally black?) velveteen detachable sleeves; dark blue velvet waist band on inside.