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Court suit

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black velvet coat with long sleeves and a high collar. The coat features intricate white and silver embroidery in a swirling pattern. The front of the coat is fastened with buttons, and the interior lining is visible at the bottom. The lining appears to be a lighter brown color. The coat is titled "Court suit" and attributed to an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:
1750–75
Medium:
silk
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
447 × 625 px
Museum record:
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