Capelet

Object/Artifact

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Capelet

Entry/Object ID

G2000.086

Description

Small cape made of soft white cotton net with tiny appliqued flowers scattered over it, intermingled with leaflet sprays and dots (Carrimackross). Scalloped edges. Graduated attached border panel and small collar, all with appliqued scalloped edge.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Category

Adult, Female, Accessory
Historic Costume

Made/Created

Date made

1840 - 1845

Notes

User Age: Adult Gender: Female

Lexicon

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Material

Cotton net