Jacket
Production date
1920s
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Description
A black velvet jacket lined with silk. Attached collar which becomes a tapered scarf of 790mm. The upper part of the sleeve is embroided with folk-style motifs. The lower part of the sleeve has rows of gathering and is turned back onto a much narrower lining giving a puff effect. The jacket does up with one velvet covered button and matching looped buttonhole. Machine and handsewn.
This jacket was worn by Mrs Grace Steele nee Booth (1886-1950).
This jacket was worn by Mrs Grace Steele nee Booth (1886-1950).
Production date
1920s
Measurements
550mm (neck to hem), 350mm (sleeve width)
Credit line
Gifted by Shirley Arabin
Accession number
0200/13
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