Cape
- Object Name:
- Cape
- Object ID:
- 2004.009
- Creator:
- Harding Uniform & Regalia Company
- Place of Origin:
- Boston, MA
- Date:
- 1915-1920
- Description:
- Uniform cape worn by Ralph Guy Carpenter (1885-1963) of Wolfeboro, NH. Dark blue wool with black velvet collar. Fastened at neck with black knotted braid. Dark green braided cord on left shoulder. On each lapel is a gold eagle pin with red, white, and blue enamel shield. Embroidered gold lettering inside neck: "HARDING / UNIFORM & REGALIA CO. / BOSTON." Printed fabric label inside neck: "Harding Uniform & Regalia Co. / 211 Tremont St/ BOSTON." with ink signature below, "Maj R. G. Carpenter".
- Material:
- Textile
Wool - Dimensions:
- W-19 L-42 inches
- Provenance:
- Worn by Ralph Guy Carpenter (1885-1963) of Wolfeboro, NH, who is said to have been a member of the New Hampshire Governor's Council or staff. Donated by his son-in-law.
- Credit Line:
- Gift of Carolyn Carpenter McGhee
- People:
- Carpenter, Ralph Guy (1885-1963)
- Subjects:
- Uniforms, Capes (Clothing)
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