Victorian Cape, ca. 1860s #antiqueshoes Private Collection of a Shropshire

Private Collection of a Shropshire Lady

or visits to their tailor or shoemaker — making well‑preserved shoes from this era exceptionally scarce

Jacques Doucet inherited the family business

consistent with authentic 1920s garments that were actually worn

a popular decorative theme in late‑1920s evening wear and characteristic of high‑quality flapper dresses

Victorian Cape, ca. 1860s #antiqueshoes Private Collection of a ShropshireThis magnificent cape dates from the time of the American Civil War. It is a typical cape that was worn with round crinoline dresses. Made of emerald velvet and decorated with a border showing geometric patterns in green, black and cream, it also has a quilted green silk lining on the inside. The cape is in good condition. The velvet shows signs of wear; the silk ribbon is coming loose in a few places; there is a small tear in the chest area (at the