Antique Victorian Mourning Shawl Ring Knit Wool with Hairpin Edges 50s NY dress like a halter style

like a halter style

The contents appear to be complete - all of the other patterns from the same lady have been complete

It is made in black and has lace insetting across the bodice

and diagonal pockets at the sides

Antique Victorian Mourning Shawl Ring Knit Wool with Hairpin Edges 50s NY dress like a halter styleThis is an intricately constructed shawl, rather unique in its design, with hand knit intersecting rings in wool in combination with hairpin lace like edges. I have provided a number of close up photos of the work it is quite impressive. I believe that this would have been worn by someone mourning the death of a loved one during the Victorian age. Sizing: The shawl is rectangular in shape, measuring 46 by 52, including the protruding edge shapes.