Item 105600 - Fringed day mantle, Portland, ca. 1878
- Item 105600 - Fringed day mantle, Portland, ca. 1878
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- Item 105600
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Image Info This rich, dark brown and gold jacquard dolman mantle is associated with the Nissen family, of Nissen Baking Company fame. A mantle is a loose fitting cape or cloak, and a dolman mantle specifically has a low set sleeve, almost creating a wing-like effect.
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This particular piece is embellished with cord embroidery and long, dense brown and blue Z-twist fringe. It is lined in black satin. The back of the mantle is higher than the front, to help accommodate for a bustle.