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2023.141.15
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BA Academic Gown Hood, University of Oxford
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- undated [1950-1959] (Creation)
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Hood for an academic gown made from a black, grosgrain fabric. The hood is worn around the neck [it goes on over the head], draping over shoulders, with the long cowl draping down the back. The hood attaches to the shirt of the wearer via a a small loop of fabric [no broken] attached to the thinner, front section of the hood. The back of the hood is trimmed with white fur.
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Material: Grosgrain; Fur [Trim]
Measurements: 47cm [Chest]; 108cm [Length]
Detail: Cowl at back
Physical Condition: Good but some fraying to the fabric at the edges.
Material: Grosgrain; Fur [Trim]
Measurements: 47cm [Chest]; 108cm [Length]
Detail: Cowl at back
Physical Condition: Good but some fraying to the fabric at the edges.