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Man's frock coat
American
1850s
Object Place: Connecticut, United States
Medium/Technique
Wool twill (broadcloth)
Dimensions
CB 32 1/4" (from back of neck to hem w/o collar; w/collar CB measures 35 1/4"), armscye 15 1/2", shoulders 17" from shoulder seam to shoulder seam, chest 39".
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Stuart F. Brown
Accession Number1979.238
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsAmericas, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionBlack wool broadcloth, double breasted frock coat with turn-down collar, V-notch lapels; long waist, short skirts, back pleats and vent; closed cuffs and covered buttons: 5 pairs front, 4 back vent. Linings: quilted wool (except facings); red, white and blue glazed cotton sleeves; silesia tail pockets.
ProvenanceGift to the MFA, 1979