antique velvet cape Victorian capelet black 1800s monkey fur trim Margaret Smith Rolled hems along the long

Rolled hems along the long edges

5" inseam- again

impossibly soft

Signed "Christian Dior" in teal on the lower corner

antique velvet cape Victorian capelet black 1800s monkey fur trim Margaret Smith Rolled hems along the longStunning black plush velvet cape with black monkey fur trim, circa 1800s. The color is not a true, hard black, but nearly black, or darkest possible brown. Velvet looks and feels like a heavy rayon or silk almost upholstery weight. Rounded collar with narrow black ribbon tie, two hidden hook and eye closures along the inner placket. Collar edge and placket are trimmed in black fur, which does show some age related wear and losses, as shown. About hip