Antique Victorian Mourning Cape Black Silk Hip Cloak with Lace Ribbon Decoration hand paint skirt and top but meant to be cinched

but meant to be cinched with belt

Label: Hand Tailored by John Di Pietro Montreal 1887 Mt-Royal

Condition: It is in very good condition with the exception of a small opening to the lining of the right armpit (see last close-up photo)

Material: Stretchy jersey consisting of 82% Rayon / 10% Nylon / 8% Lycra

Shoulders: 17 1/2” across from shoulder/sleeve seam to shoulder/sleeve seam

Antique Victorian Mourning Cape Black Silk Hip Cloak with Lace Ribbon Decoration hand paint skirt and top but meant to be cinchedThis is a striking Victorian cape or hip cloak, beautifully decorated with silk and lace ribbon. The piece is cut with a wide flare to the bottom and has a collar made of silk satin ribbon. It has four hook and eye closures at the neck and just below as well as silk ties at the neckline. The piece is constructed with vertical stitching spaced at 3 8 intervals. The interior is fully lined with a satin type of silk. Black clothing worn during mourning