1850-1870
GUSN-18756
Black lace and satin cape. High neck w/ ribbon trim. Beadwork along chest and neckline. Front bow. Main body of cape made up of 2 layers of thick netting-like lace, scalloped edges. 2 long panels hang in front. 1 short panel in back w/ ribbons to attach to bodice and skirt. 8 hook and eyes in front for closure.
capes (outerwear)
hand sewing
satin
Satin
Machine Sewn
CAPE
Original to Castle Tucker (Wiscasset, Me.),
Unknown
Gift of Miss Jane S. Tucker
1998.4742
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