Pelerine
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1830-1840
MediumHand-stitched cotton, with needlerun lace in linen
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 13 1/2 x 31 1/4in. (34.3 x 79.4cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. John D. Rusku
DescriptionWoman's pelerine, or cape collar, of sheer, white muslin, finely embroidered in white cotton. The pelerine has an embroidered turn-down collar around the neckline. The shape of the collar is wide across the shoulders and straight across the bottom. All edges are scalloped. The embroidery pattern is of stylized flowers and frond-like designs.
Object number1966.137.2
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