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Shoulder cape
Chinese (for the Western market)
About 1854
Object Place: Spain or Peru
Medium/Technique
Silk; embroidery
Dimensions
82 cm (32 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Miss Ruth Burke
Accession Number56.826
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAsia, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionSilk-embroidered ivory silk taffeta. Triangular shape, bordered on two short sides with knotted fringe; near long side, a tapered band of same taffeta sewn to cape along one edge, its other edge, scalloped and fringed, hangs free. Garlands of blossoms with heatshaped petals and pointed leaves, embroidered in satin and stem stitch, decorate the edges and scalloped band. Condition good. Worn in Peru by Mrs. Cecil Caverly, of Lowell.
ProvenanceWorn in Peru by Mrs. Cecil Caverly of Lowell.