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Mantle

ca. 1884 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Dolman or carriage mantle made from a Kashmir shawl which was woven in wool for the European market. With velvet high collar and cuffs, edged with silk fringe, and lined with red satin. Hook and eye fastening

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Brief description
Dolman or carriage mantle made from a Kashmir shawl, which was woven for the European market, with appliqued velvet and silk passementerie, ca. 1884. Labelled Madame Maynier, Wigmore Street, London W. The dress house was at 9, Wigmore Street.
Physical description
Dolman or carriage mantle made from a Kashmir shawl which was woven in wool for the European market. With velvet high collar and cuffs, edged with silk fringe, and lined with red satin. Hook and eye fastening
Dimensions
  • Height: 12.5cm
  • Diameter: 25cm
  • Weight: 0.1kg
Measured for the Medieval and Renaissance Galleries
Credit line
Given by the Duke and Duchess of Gloucester
Collection
Accession number
T.43-1957

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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