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Cape
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Cape

Dateafter 1920
MediumSynthetic fiber, cotton
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 52 x 100in. (132.1 x 254cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Gennaro J. Capobianco
DescriptionBlack synthetic cape. Unlined, four-panelled, with overlock stitching. Black lined collar with broken/ frayed cotton tie attached. White stain on right outer edge, bottom corners frayed.
Object number2005.180.28
NotesObject Note: Probably worn as part of a costume or club or fraternal society, not used for everyday wear. (Lee 5/3/2013)
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Gift of Charles S. MacDonough, 1847.12.0  © 2008 The Connecticut Historical Society.
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