Pelerine

Name/Title

Pelerine

Entry/Object ID

G91.117

Description

Entirely hand stitched sheer white cotton pelerine, like orgqandy, embroidered with white thread. Wide over shoulders. Round, bound neckline,. Edge finished with large buttonholed scallops. Cutwork hearts with net fillings, eyelets and fronds. 26” across, 12” over shoulder.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Made/Created

Date made

1835

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

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