Clothing - Cape

Physical description

Off white quilted silk cape, with bands of red wool. The shoulderless cape is tied at the neck by a simple cord. The overall shape of the cape includes two- triangular panels, one overlaying the other. Each panel is fringed. There is one tassel hanging from the outer cape from centre back. The cape is lined with a cream cotton fabric.

Measurements -
Inner panel:
Length neck to hem front 81cm; Neck to hem back 100cm; Circumference 158cm; Shoulder width 29cm.
Outer panel:
Neck to hem front 43cm; Neck to hem back 55cm; Circumference 114cm

Inscriptions & markings

Name in ink on lining at neck:

Subjects

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