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Lot 93
Sale 1156 - Spring Fashion & Accessories
Mar 14, 2023
10:00AM CT
Online / Chicago
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Estimate
$300 -
500
Price Realized
$504
Sold prices are inclusive of Buyer’s Premium
Lot Description
Two Victorian Capes and Jackets, 1890-1900
These three items are placed into a group due to each having condition issues.
THE FIRST
Cream silk satin flounced cape with the overlay of blue silk velvet trimmed with black Mongolian lamb. The lining features a self-fabric pocket.
Label: Ernest Roudnitz / 23 Rue Louis Le Grand 23 Paris
Approximate Measurements:
Length: 21"
THE SECOND
Black ribbed silk cape trimmed with net, lace, and jet beads. The neckline is embellished with pleated silk chiffon and the inside is lined with purple silk.
Label: Emile Pingat / 30 Rue Louis Le Grand / 30 Paris
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15.5"
Length: 22"
THE THIRD
Black silk velvet jacket with a heavily boned bodice, and a front panel that is covered in black net and jet beading, which continues around the hem. The jacket is underlined with brown cotton. The sleeves are large leg-o-mutton style.
No Label
Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 10"
Chest: 24"
Waist: 18"
Hips: 36"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32"
Deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum to benefit collections care, preservation, and future acquisitions.
This lot is located in Chicago.





