An interesting antique gents black Clergy robe or gown.
An elaborate and heavy cape style overcoat with open bell sleeves and stitch detailing to the back.
It has slightly raised shoulders with a ruched design.
These robes were used in other fields such as the legal profession for barristers and also hotsell within academia.
This one is labelled for Thompson and Wright, Glasgow.
This particular gown has a lot of wear and tear.
It is heavy, made from a thick wool and cotton blend fabric.
Ideal for stage, film or theatre, quite a rare find with a good age to it.
Condition:
Overall it is in fair used condition with some defects, there are some areas of laddering / thread running and some small tears, general signs of use and ageing, there is an area patched up to the front and this is visible, small pinholes dotted around and some overall fading.
It is not a very fitted garment and has plenty of width across the waist and hips, the sleeves are open to the bottom.
Approx measurements:
Chest: 42"
Shoulder to shoulder: 17"
Length: 41"
It has not been dry cleaned by us so may require cleaning prior to use.
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Product code: Antique hotsell black clergy robe, academic, legal, worn