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Cream wool cape designed by Arthur McGee, mid 20th-late 20th century
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Cream wool cape designed by Arthur McGee, mid 20th-late 20th century
Cream wool cape designed by Arthur McGee. The cape falls below the knee and sloping shoulders with slits for the arms. It closes at the center front with ten (1) round mottled brown and cream plastic buttons. The buttonholes are hidden, being placed in the seam where the front right side placket attaches to the front right side body. There is a short standing collar with attached self-fabric ties that tie at the center front neck. The cape has two (2) patch pockets with rounded bottoms, one at each front side hip. The cape is not lined and there are no labels. In 1957, Arthur Lee McGee (1933-2019) was the first African American designer hired to run a design studio on Seventh Avenue in the Garment District in New York City
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This print showcases a cream wool cape designed by the talented Arthur McGee during the mid to late 20th century. The elegant cape gracefully falls below the knee, boasting sloping shoulders and slits for the arms, providing both style and comfort. Its center front closure features ten round mottled brown and cream plastic buttons, cleverly concealing hidden buttonholes within the seam where the front right side placket attaches to the body. A short standing collar with attached self-fabric ties adds a touch of sophistication as they delicately tie at the center front neck. This exquisite piece includes two patch pockets with rounded bottoms, positioned at each front side hip for added convenience. Arthur Lee McGee (1933-2019) made history in 1957 when he became the first African American designer to run a design studio on Seventh Avenue in New York City's Garment District. His groundbreaking achievements paved new paths for black fashion designers and left an indelible mark on American fashion history. Displayed proudly at the National Museum of African American History and Culture, this cream wool cape represents not only Arthur McGee's remarkable talent but also his significant contribution to cultural heritage. As we admire this beautiful creation, we honor his legacy as an influential figure in shaping America's fashion landscape.
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