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2 Men in Lobby, One in Large Coat
Object/Artifact
First one in side view, wearing a large black paletot below the knees, with generous sleeves, presumably well-insulated. Slit pockets. Black pantaloons with 3 BOWS stacked above the hem! Lacy stockings and slippers. The other wears a maroon tailcoat open to reveal a probably white brocade waistcoat. Same black pantaloons. He carries a weird bicorne or a collapsed top hat.
2022.35.0286
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Le Mirroir, Plate No. 2
1841
Old Number
2004.164.32
Paper