Victorian Golf Cape, ca. 1898 antique_dress and design innovation of late‑19th‑century

and design innovation of late‑19th‑century fashion

The open front of the coat is fastened with a tie fastener

Very artistically crafted

and the smallest tears in the lace at the hem are present—minor and entirely expected in an antique dress of this age

Bust: ~ 92 cm

Victorian Golf Cape, ca. 1898 antique_dress and design innovation of late‑19th‑centuryA cheerful cape made of double navy blue wool fabric with alternating red, green, navy blue and cream check patterns, fringes on the shoulder pieces and the front opening. It was worn by ladies playing golf. It has an adjustable collar and a shaped tab closure with brass buttons at the front and back of the neck. Hook and eye closure at the neck. There is light wear, some small tears and moderately tarnished buttons, one of which is loose. Condition: