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A. Wallès
Woman's Capeletcirca 1896

Not on view
Short black cape on a dressmaker's form, combining velvet ribbon fringe, ivory lace-appliquéd panels, sheer black tulle shoulder caps, and gold-toned bead and chain details
Design House
A. Wallès
France, Paris, active 1882 to early 20th century
Title
Woman's Capelet
Place Made
France, Paris
Date Made
circa 1896
Medium
Silk plain weave (faille), moiré finish, silk net, silk velvet, and linen lace with metallic-thread embroidery, metal sequins, metal ornaments, metal and glass beads
Dimensions
Center back length (Including ruffle): 17 1/4 in. (43.82 cm)
Credit Line
Anonymous gift
Accession Number
M.85.240.41
Classification
Costumes
Collecting Area
Costume and Textiles