Antique Late Victorian Black Floral Lace Cape | Gothic Evening Wear

A beautiful late Victorian antique jacquard-woven cape seeped in storied history and ready for even more. Handmade with a high pleated ruffled collar, pretty floral lace flounces across the shoulders and a ribbon bow that tie around the neck. You can imagine a Victorian lady wearing this cape over a dress for a night at the theatre, though the piece could also have been worn more informally or perhaps for mourning. It remains wearable today as a unique layering piece, especially for the Gothic Romantic look, whilst also having deep historical and archival value.

Likely Made in England

Era: 1880-1900

Materials: cotton, lace, possibly silk (not tested)

MEASUREMENTS

Upper all around: 48"

Length: 34"

CONDITION

The cape is in lovely antique condition. There are areas of the lace trim that are fraying and coming away. This could be completely removed, but this age-related wear adds to the piece's unique history. There are other tears but the linin remains intact. Flaws have all been photographed thoroughly, please study photographs before purchase as they do form part of the item's description carefully.