Opera Cape

Front

Front

Name/Title

Opera Cape

Description

Black velvet and silk opera cape. Decorated with black beads in a floral design. Edges are fringed with feathers.

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Cape

Clothing Sex

Female

Textile Details

Material

Silk, Velvet

Color

Black

Made/Created

Artist

American, unknown

Date made

1860 - 1900

Time Period

Mid to late 19th century

Place

Country

United States

Continent

North America

Label/Inscription/Signature

Type

None

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Condition Detail

Pest Damage, Missing Areas / Holes

Notes

Some moth holes and some missing beads.