Not on display

Dolman

ca. 1885 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Dolman of wild mink fur. It is hip length and has curved arms, a back shaped to accomodate a bustle and pendant ends in the front. The lining is of quilted brown satin and inside the neck is the label. It is trimmed with mink tails.

Object details

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Object type
Materials and techniques
Wild mink fur, lined with quilted satin
Brief description
Dolman of wild mink fur, England, ca. 1885.
Physical description
Dolman of wild mink fur. It is hip length and has curved arms, a back shaped to accomodate a bustle and pendant ends in the front. The lining is of quilted brown satin and inside the neck is the label. It is trimmed with mink tails.
Dimensionsmeasured for mannequin by tex cons 27/04/2016, chest circ 117cm (includes sleeves which are set in at waist), nape to hem 70cm at back, front 94cm, across back 59cm
Marks and inscriptions
Label 'Hudson Bay Furriers / 110 Oxford Street, Manchester / 50 Church Street, Blackpool'
Credit line
Given by Mrs A. C. Bryant
Collection
Accession number
T.77-1975

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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