Pelisse

The long wide cape is fully padded. The plethora of fabric has been laid in pleats all around and is fastened by a shoulder yoke. A velvet band secures the folds in the centre of the back. A big collar edged in velvet covers the shoulder yoke. The pelisse is open at the front and fastens at the neck with hook and eyes and a double button clasp. Two velvet-covered arm openings are incorporated at elbow level in the front. These wide, loose coats were ideal outer garments for clothing with wide mutton sleeves.