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Cape

Object Name:
Cape
Object ID:
2004.029
Date:
circa 1880
Description:
Cape worn by Etta Ayer Baker (1864-1952) of Newbury, NH. Machine-stitched brown wool. Contrasting light brown borders of embroidered silk grape clusters and vines on top and bottom. Silk bow and ribbon at neck. Steel hook and eye.
Material:
Textile
Wool
Silk
Dimensions:
L-24 inches
Provenance:
Worn by Etta Ayer Baker (1864-1952) of Newbury, NH, great-aunt of the donor.
Credit Line:
Gift of Nancy Hammond Isaacson
Subjects:
Capes (Clothing)
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