Condition:
THE FIRST
The overall condition is fair with the following:
Structural Issues: The cape back neckline and front opening facing has some shredding starting to occur. There is heavy shredding at under arms due to soiling.
Split/Separated Seams: There are some popped stitches on the front right armhole of the cape near the shoulder.
Losses: The bodice sleeve hems have large sections of net missing from under the pleated satin.
Fading/Color Change: There are some large spots of discoloration on cape on the front left and center back at the shoulder level. Large spots of discoloration are visible on the front bodice and left sleeve due to heavy soiling.
Soiling/Spots: There is some minor soiling along the cape neckline and lining shoulders. The bodice is heavily soiled under each arm and along the front waist and a smaller spot on the front left chest.
Repairs/Alterations: The cape has either been altered or is missing some form of finishing or trim along the back hemline as the cotton batting is made visible from the exterior.
THE SECOND
The overall condition is fair with the following:
Structural Issues: There are splits under the arms likely due to extensive soiling. The front boning has broken through the base of the casings.
Soiling/Spots: There is heavy soiling under the arms and moderate soiling throughout the bodice lining. The back left shoulder has a dark water-like spot.
Repairs/Alterations: There is some evidence of conservation work done to the under arms and neckline to stabilize the fabric.
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