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Antique Beaded Cape

Vintage Black Cape with Bead Detail
Vintage Black Cape with Bead Detail

Vintage Black Cape with Bead Detail

Located in London, GB

A great addition to your party wardrobe, this vintage black cape has a stand up collar with bow

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1910s British Antique Beaded Cape

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20s Black Satin Heavily Beaded Opera Cape
20s Black Satin Heavily Beaded Opera Cape

20s Black Satin Heavily Beaded Opera Cape

Located in Los Angeles, CA

heavily embellished with steel cut beads and fringed in iridescent carnival beads. Amazingly intact - no

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1920s Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Velvet Cape with Beaded and Feather Trim
Victorian Velvet Cape with Beaded and Feather Trim

Victorian Velvet Cape with Beaded and Feather Trim

Located in San Francisco, CA

Victorian velvet cape with beaded appliqué and feather trim. Chenille trim along neckline and hem

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1890s Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Black Jet Beaded Capelet
Victorian Black Jet Beaded Capelet

Victorian Black Jet Beaded Capelet

Located in San Francisco, CA

shoulders of this short, high collar cape, while smaller beads are sewn on in a pattern on the "sleeves

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1890s Antique Beaded Cape

1920's Burnt Sienna Velvet Beaded Opera Cape with Fur Collar
1920's Burnt Sienna Velvet Beaded Opera Cape with Fur Collar

1920's Burnt Sienna Velvet Beaded Opera Cape with Fur Collar

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is a wonderfully dramatic and decorative burnt sienna velvet opera coat/cape, which has been

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Black Jet Beaded Capelet with Long Fringe
Victorian Black Jet Beaded Capelet with Long Fringe

Victorian Black Jet Beaded Capelet with Long Fringe

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Wonderful gothic style Victorian piece. High neck capelet heavily embellished with jet beads. Long

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1890s Antique Beaded Cape

1920S Red Silk Beaded Cape made in France
1920S Red Silk Beaded Cape made in France

1920S Red Silk Beaded Cape made in France

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1920s Berry Red Made in France Silk Beaded Cape. Fit all Size

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1920s French Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Beaded Morning Cape
Victorian Beaded Morning Cape

Victorian Beaded Morning Cape

Located in Gresham, OR

Extravagantly Beaded Victorian Swallow Tail Mourning Cape

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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Beaded Cape

Hand Beaded Metallic Lace and Silk Velvet Evening Cape, 1920s
Hand Beaded Metallic Lace and Silk Velvet Evening Cape, 1920s

Hand Beaded Metallic Lace and Silk Velvet Evening Cape, 1920s

Located in New Hope, PA

A striking example of 1920's clothing, this evening cape is made from apricot colored silk velvet

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1920s French Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Beaded Net Capelet
Victorian Beaded Net Capelet

Victorian Beaded Net Capelet

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W 19 in L 12 in

Victorian Beaded Net Capelet

Located in New York, NY

Made from silk threads and cut glass beads with fringe.

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Late 19th Century Antique Beaded Cape

30s Gold Metallic Lace Dress w/ Leiber Snakeskin Belt
30s Gold Metallic Lace Dress w/ Leiber Snakeskin Belt

30s Gold Metallic Lace Dress w/ Leiber Snakeskin Belt

Located in Gresham, OR

snakeskin Judith Leiber contour belt. Pictured with a spectacular 40s wool beaded evening cape

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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Cape

Early 1900s Beaded and Embroidered Cape
Early 1900s Beaded and Embroidered Cape

Early 1900s Beaded and Embroidered Cape

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Early 1900s Beaded and Embroidered Cape

Located in Water Mill, NY

This is a stunning piece of fashion history. It is a black heavy net cape or mantel from the 1890

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1890s American Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Hand Beaded Maribou Trim Cape
Victorian Hand Beaded Maribou Trim Cape

Victorian Hand Beaded Maribou Trim Cape

Located in London, GB

Absolutely incredible black Victorian cape with black velvet and lace applique and intricate hand

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Cape

1920s dramatic black beaded cape
1920s dramatic black beaded cape

1920s dramatic black beaded cape

Located in London, GB

A 1920s fully beaded cape with sequin detail, sits on the shoulders and fall down the back

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Early 20th Century Antique Beaded Cape

1920’s Silk Crepe Cape with Beaded Floral Embroidery
1920’s Silk Crepe Cape with Beaded Floral Embroidery

1920’s Silk Crepe Cape with Beaded Floral Embroidery

By Bonwit Teller

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning 1920’s cape is made from lightweight black silk crepe which has been hand embroidered with

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Beaded Cape

1890's Dramatic Victorian Beaded Sequin Mixed-Lace Long Cape
1890's Dramatic Victorian Beaded Sequin Mixed-Lace Long Cape

1890's Dramatic Victorian Beaded Sequin Mixed-Lace Long Cape

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This dazzling mixed-lace Victorian cape is lavishly embellished with sparkling sequins and hand

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20th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Silk Velvet Cape with Ostrich Feathers and Beaded Trim
Victorian Silk Velvet Cape with Ostrich Feathers and Beaded Trim

Victorian Silk Velvet Cape with Ostrich Feathers and Beaded Trim

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant Victorian cape made of taupe silk velvet. Beaded and embroidered appliques trim the yoke

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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Jet Beaded Capelet
Victorian Jet Beaded Capelet

Victorian Jet Beaded Capelet

Located in Topanga, CA

Mini Victorian caplet, accented with Jet beading, ruffles at neckline, hook and eye clasp.

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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Beaded Cape

1920s Crewel & Bead Silk Cape
1920s Crewel & Bead Silk Cape

1920s Crewel & Bead Silk Cape

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1920s Crewel & Bead Silk Cape

Located in Rockwood, ON

This cape is utterly amazing and a true work of art. Heavy, luxurious bronze silk drapes to

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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Beaded Cape

Edwardian Black Velvet Beaded Cape
Edwardian Black Velvet Beaded Cape

Edwardian Black Velvet Beaded Cape

Located in San Francisco, CA

Edwardian black velvet heavily beaded cape. Soutache trim along collar and front opening. Has been

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Early 20th Century Antique Beaded Cape

1920s House of Adair Densely Beaded Red Silk Cape
1920s House of Adair Densely Beaded Red Silk Cape

1920s House of Adair Densely Beaded Red Silk Cape

By House of Adair

Located in Rockwood, ON

This exception 1920s cape by Adair is utterly amazing and a true work of art. The Adair atelier

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1920s Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Jet Bead Capelet w/ Fringe
Victorian Jet Bead Capelet w/ Fringe

Victorian Jet Bead Capelet w/ Fringe

Located in San Francisco, CA

Victorian Jet Bead Capelet w/ Fringe. Clasps in front w/ hook and eyes. Small shoulders. Wool

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1890s Antique Beaded Cape

Victorian Black Beaded Battenburg Lace Mourning Capelet
Victorian Black Beaded Battenburg Lace Mourning Capelet

Victorian Black Beaded Battenburg Lace Mourning Capelet

Located in San Francisco, CA

Victorian Black Beaded Battenburg Lace Mourning Capelet. Jet bead trim on collar and front opening

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1890s Antique Beaded Cape

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Late 20th Century Antique Beaded Cape

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MUGLER Crystal Teardrop Corset Top Rhinestone Corsage

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By Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Spectacular Mugler Teardrop Corset Top. The beautiful piece showcases Thierry Mugler's signature blend of bold structure and feminine elegance. Crafted in a delicate powder blue, the...

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1990s Italian Antique Beaded Cape

Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top
Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top

Silk Guipure Lace Exquisite 1930s Jacket Top

Located in Water Mill, NY

An intricate, stunning, vintage beige silk lace jacket, bolero, shrug, vest in varying stitches and patterns of flowers and petals- very elaborate. The shoulders are extended forming...

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1930s Unknown Antique Beaded Cape

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown

By Bob Mackie

Located in San Diego, CA

Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...

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1990s Antique Beaded Cape

Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008
Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008

Alexander McQueen red silk chiffon empire evening dress with train, fw 2008

By Alexander McQueen

Located in London, GB

Alexander McQueen red crinkled silk chiffon empire evening dress with long train, structured bust and draped skirt. Fall-Winter 2008

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Beaded Cape

Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s
Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s

Will Steinman New Look Pink Blue Strapless Back Bow Ballerina Dress - XS, 1950s

By Will Steinman

Located in Tucson, AZ

Pure spun-sugar perfection, right down to the cotton candy colors. Visible beneath the silver lattice-embroidered top skirt, the ruffled attached petticoat provides volume enough to ...

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1950s American Antique Beaded Cape

Versace Silk Chiffon Slip Dress with Baroque Print & Lace Trim, SS 2005
Versace Silk Chiffon Slip Dress with Baroque Print & Lace Trim, SS 2005

Versace Silk Chiffon Slip Dress with Baroque Print & Lace Trim, SS 2005

By Donatella Versace for Gianni Versace, Versace

Located in London, GB

This Versace dress from the Spring-Summer 2005 collection is crafted from silk chiffon, featuring a lightweight, airy construction with a slip dress silhouette. The intricate multico...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Beaded Cape

John Galliano Pink Silk Gown
John Galliano Pink Silk Gown

John Galliano Pink Silk Gown

By John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A spectacular John Galliano silk gown in ombre shades of pink. The bodice has spaghetti straps and gathers onto 2 angled bands crossing at the waist. It has a 2 tier skirt, the sho...

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Early 2000s French Antique Beaded Cape

Chic Black Tailored Thierry Mugler 2000's Lambskin Leather Box Jacket
Chic Black Tailored Thierry Mugler 2000's Lambskin Leather Box Jacket

Chic Black Tailored Thierry Mugler 2000's Lambskin Leather Box Jacket

By Thierry Mugler

Located in Sheffield, GB

An Exquisite Black Lamb skin leather jacket by THIERRY MUGLER. Circa 2000. The jacket crafted from a butter-soft black lamb skin features a tailored silhouette, long sleeves, square ...

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Early 2000s Italian Antique Beaded Cape

1920's Filet Lace and Chiffon Dress
1920's Filet Lace and Chiffon Dress

1920's Filet Lace and Chiffon Dress

Located in New York, NY

Charming Cotton Filet Lace and Chiffon Dress from the 1920's. Pin tucked silk chiffon is inserted with cotton filet lace panels and attached to a lace skirt gathered from hip. Silk k...

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1910s American Antique Beaded Cape

Vintage 1950's Pink Tulle Strapless Dress Satin Ribbon Pink Dress UK 6 US 2
Vintage 1950's Pink Tulle Strapless Dress Satin Ribbon Pink Dress UK 6 US 2

Vintage 1950's Pink Tulle Strapless Dress Satin Ribbon Pink Dress UK 6 US 2

Located in Nashville, TN

This timeless and iconic 1950's dress, in a ballerina pink layered tulle, with delicate sewn ribbon accents, is the perfect piece for any special occasion. The strapless neckline of...

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1950s Antique Beaded Cape

Couture c.1920’s Champagne Silk Floral Glass Beaded Rhinestone Flapper Dress
Couture c.1920’s Champagne Silk Floral Glass Beaded Rhinestone Flapper Dress

Couture c.1920’s Champagne Silk Floral Glass Beaded Rhinestone Flapper Dress

Located in Thiensville, WI

COUTURE c.1920’s One-of-a-kind Champagne Silk Floral Glass Beaded Rhinestone Flapper Dress Circa: 1920’s Style: Flapper Dress Color(s): Champagne Lined: No Unmarked Fabric Conten...

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1920s Antique Beaded Cape

John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress
John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress

John Galliano for Christian Dior One Shoulder Silk Dress

By John Galliano, Christian Dior

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful ethereal one shoulder dress from Christian Dior comprised of layers of semi sheer black silk over an opaque silk under dress. It has one shoulder with 2 panels of softly...

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Early 2000s French Antique Beaded Cape

Black Silk Velvet Gold Bouillon Beaded Opera Coat w Blue Silk Lining-S-M, 1920s
Black Silk Velvet Gold Bouillon Beaded Opera Coat w Blue Silk Lining-S-M, 1920s

Black Silk Velvet Gold Bouillon Beaded Opera Coat w Blue Silk Lining-S-M, 1920s

Located in Tucson, AZ

A spectacle of a coat no matter the decade, this extraordinary piece is in such pristine condition and relevant style that it could have walked off this year’s runway. The masterful ...

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1920s Unknown Antique Beaded Cape

House of Worth Blue Silk Moire Reception Gown and Bonnet
House of Worth Blue Silk Moire Reception Gown and Bonnet

House of Worth Blue Silk Moire Reception Gown and Bonnet

By House of Worth

Located in Sharon, CT

In a Blue Silk Moire, a rare House of Worth circa 1875 Gown. Jacket Bodice: waist 20", length 21 (front), length 26" (back). Skirt: waist 25", length 42.5" (front), length 45" (back...

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Late 19th Century French Antique Beaded Cape

HERVE LEGER 1997 Vintage Black & White Maxi Long Dress
HERVE LEGER 1997 Vintage Black & White Maxi Long Dress

HERVE LEGER 1997 Vintage Black & White Maxi Long Dress

$2,500

Size: labeled Large but fits S/M

HERVE LEGER 1997 Vintage Black & White Maxi Long Dress

By Herve Léger

Located in Leonardo, NJ

Herve Leger Vintage SS97 Jet black and white Strapless, but comes with a removable halter strap Back zip Really sucks you in, especially around the waist Size Large, but fits more li...

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1990s Antique Beaded Cape

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Antique Beaded Cape For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage or contemporary antique beaded cape you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. black is a pretty popular color, but we also have more in stock now. Finding the perfect antique beaded cape may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 19th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 20th Century, can also be found on the site. Making an accessory such as this has likely been a part of the legacy of many fashion designers, but those produced by Arapaho Indian Art, Edward Fisher and James Pradier are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Beaded Cape?

Prices for an antique beaded cape can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $316 and can go as high as $86,500, while, on average they fetch $1,251.

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From elegant museum-worthy vintage Chanel dresses and jackets to audacious T-shirts and trousers from provocative punk designer Vivienne Westwood, one thing is abundantly clear: If the clothing for sale on 1stDibs could talk, it would certainly make a statement. 

For fashion lovers, the 1990s have become associated with styles adopted by today’s supermodels and influencers — think John Galliano and Roberto Cavalli — but maybe ‘80s accessories are among your (guilty?) pleasures. 

Playful, boldly colored coats and outerwear from Moschino, Ralph Lauren and other titans of the era can take a simpler ensemble to the next level, while chic and practical suits from the likes of Christian Dior and Balmain endure for haute couture advocates and beyond. 

And vintage is the name of the game on today’s red carpets, too. Celebrity stylists are turning to archival pieces created by the likes of Bob Mackie, Thierry Mugler and Jean-Paul Gaultier as alternatives to new gowns plucked straight off the runway. Wearing such sought-after items gives celebrities instant allure and suggests a personal style that’s not only achingly glamorous but intellectually informed and influenced by a love of craftsmanship. 

Those seeking contemporary luxury looks and in-demand street-style fits can indulge in designs by Bottega Veneta, Miu Miu and Loro Piana, while pieces from Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Versace endure as examples of fashion’s most covetable goods. 

The future — and glamorous past — of fashion is yours for the wearing. Find vintage clothing and accessories for sale on 1stDibs, including designs by Balenciaga, Valentino, Celine, Loewe and more.

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