Lot 1265
(Frost, Robert) (1874-1963) Poet; awarded Pulitzer prize for 1924, 1931, 1937, and 1943. Robert Frost's personally owned and worn evening cape. A handsome black wool, three quarter length cape (49 in. long) with red satin lining. It bears an "M.H. Gerrits & Co. Boston" maker's label and has a gold chain clasp at the neck. There are a few minor spots on the lining, but the cape is in very good condition and wearable. Accompanied by a Letter of Authenticity from Frost's granddaughter, Elinor Wilber, signed August 23, 2003, stating that she is Frost's granddaughter, that her grandfather used to wear the cape for formal occasions, that she helped her mother sort out his belongings when his house at 35 Brewster St. in Cambridge was sold, and that the cape has been in her possession since then.
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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| Realized $1,438 |
