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Suit

Clothing/Dress/Costume

Entirely hand-stitched suit made of novelty-weave cotton. Probably a light tan originally. Rows of brass-rimmed fancy pearl buttons (originally) on each side of the frock, on vest, tails, pockets, and cuffs. Trimmed with narrow silk flat braid. High-waisted Frock Coat (a) - stylish sleeve heads. Black or dark brown velvet collar. False vest. Pleated tails with flaps in the back. Trousers (b) - coarse cotton bodice and straps, backdrops down. Front closure. Slanting welt pocket on either side of trouser fronts. 1 each stained bone and wood button.

G2002.114ab

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Child, Male

Historic Costume

Suit

Male

Cotton

Tan

Black

1820 - 1825

2

Jacket - G2002.114a Trousers - G2002.114b

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