Pink wool flannel cloak bearing label of "The Dorothy," Canterbury, NH

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Pink wool flannel cloak bearing label of "The Dorothy," Canterbury, NH

Object ID:

1958.10798.1

Community:

New Hampshire, Canterbury

Makers

Hart and Shepard

Description

Pale pink (tanj?) woolen flannel, traditionally designed "Dorothy" cloak. Pleated and lined hood, two brass hook and eye closures at neck, satin ties. Interior edges are characteristically pinked. Patch pockets applied to placket on each interior side. Size indicates it was most likely a child's cloak. Evidence of moth/carpet beetle damage.

New Hampshire Canterbury

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