Baby's cloak
Category
Costume
Date
circa 1877
Materials
Wool and silk
Measurements
985 mm (length)
Collection
Sudbury Hall Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
NT 658549
Summary
A baby's cloak, possibly a christening cloak (circa 1877), in fine cream-coloured wool lined with silk (possibly) and satin. A cape of the same materials is attached at the back of the collar. It is decorated with flower patterns in cream braid with satin panels. There is insect damage, particularly on the hem.
Provenance
Donated to the Museum of Childhood by Miss A Innocent in 1977.