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Man's formal suit
French
1770–80
Object Place: France
Medium/Technique
Silk satin, embroidered with silk
Dimensions
Coat CB: 106.5 cm (41 15/16 in.); breeches side seam: 68.5 cm (26 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.1667a-b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionCoat: purple silk satin embroidered with polychrome silk yarns in chain stitch 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: purple silk satin, small fall, two fob and side pockets, brace buttons, embroidered knee bands and buttons, white fustian lining.
ProvenanceGift of Elizabeth Day McCormick, to MFA, November 10, 1943.