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Man's suit
French
1770–80
Object Place: France
Dimensions
Overall (coat): 106 cm (41 3/4 in.)
Length (breeches): 77 cm (30 5/16 in.)
Length (breeches): 77 cm (30 5/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1668a-b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionCoat: violet cut and uncut, pale blue voided velvet in design of narrow bands throughout, embroidered with polychrome silk yarns in floral motif at front line, vents, collar, cuffs, pockets and flaps, buttons; stand-up collar, round cuffs with three buttons, padded upper chest, white silk satin lining. Breeches: cut and uncut voided velvet like coat, small fall, fob pocket, embroidered knee bands and buttons (brace buttons not original).