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Dolman

1830-1869 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Dolman cape of wool with a Paisley design in light blue, brown, pink, green and white on a dark red ground. Long silk fringe along the collar, sleeves and lower edges. Frogged fastening. Lined with purple silk.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Wool, lined with silk
Brief description
Dolman cape of wool, retailed by Dickins & Jones, possibly made in England, 1830-1869
Physical description
Dolman cape of wool with a Paisley design in light blue, brown, pink, green and white on a dark red ground. Long silk fringe along the collar, sleeves and lower edges. Frogged fastening. Lined with purple silk.
Dimensions
  • Centre back length: 49in
Marks and inscriptions
C. H. Dickins & Jones, Cloak and Mantle Warehouse, 232 Regent Street, London. W. (On woven etiquette inside the collar)
Credit line
Given by Miss A. Samuel
Production
Possibly made in Paisley, Scotland?
Collection
Accession number
T.60-1955

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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