Clothing, Lady's black evening shoulder cape, c1910

Historical information

The women of the early settler families in Moorabbin Shire were accomplished dressmakers, craftworkers and made the clothing for their families

Significance

A typical evening shoulder cape worn by early settler women in Moorabbin Shire c1910 The family of Nance Blackburn were pioneer market gardeners.

Physical description

A lady's evening shoulder cape made of black Guipure lace,satin and voile

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