Name/Title
CoatEntry/Object ID
2009.4.2Description
Black calf-length silk coat. Damask-woven, showing floral motifs. Wide, flat collar with notched lapel. The collar, lapel, and cuffs have needleworked (?) ornamentation. Two black tassels at waist on back of coat. Coat fastens with three frog closures.Use
Belonged to the donor's great grandmother. Her family had moved from Scotland directly to Vancouver circa 1926 (due to the U.K. General Strike), taking this dress with them.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Cocking, JoyceClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Clothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
DamaskMaterial
SilkColor
BlackDimensions
Dimension Notes
Length: 111cm
Width (w): 44cm