Shoulder Cape Made from Bird Feathers

Asia, or possibly Canada

19th century

  • Titles Shoulder Cape Made from Bird Feathers (Title)
  • Medium feather
  • Credit Line Gift of Mrs. R. B. Hays, Sr., 1962.42
  • Work Type cape
  • Classification Costume

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