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Man's suit
French
about 1785–90
Object Place: France
Medium/Technique
Silk taffeta
Dimensions
Overall (frock): 113 cm (44 1/2 in.)
Length (breeches): 72.1 cm (28 3/8 in.)
Length (breeches): 72.1 cm (28 3/8 in.)
Credit Line
The Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection
Accession Number43.674a-b
NOT ON VIEW
CollectionsEurope, Fashion and Textiles
ClassificationsCostumes
DescriptionPurple/yellow iridescent silk taffeta. Frock: stand-fall collar (tacked at front); 9 covered buttons at front line; round cuffs; rectangular pocket flaps over 3 buttons; pleated side vents with 2 buttons; tackover at center vent; white silk front and skirt and brown linen back and sleeve linings. Breeches: whole fall, 2 side and 1 fob pockets, button closure at waistband and legs, large buckle at back, kneebands, linen partial lining.
ProvenanceThe Elizabeth Day McCormick Collection, to MFA 1943