50s handknit wool cardigan with mink fur collarsourced from italy, this midcentury hand knit cardigan reflects the postwar domestic craft movement, when skilled home knitters produced garments that rivaled boutique quality. the relaxed shawl silhouette, waist tie, and patch pockets align with 1950s leisurewear, while the mink fur collar adds a distinctly luxurious, era specific contrast rooted in postwar prosperity. mother of pearl buttons and the uneven, organic knit texture point to careful hand