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Boy's Suit

Gwyneth King

National Gallery of Art

This painting depicts an eighteenth-century men's outfit. It includes a blue frock coat, knee-length breeches, and a waistcoat underneath, in typical late 18th-century style. The coat and breeches are blue, and the waistcoat is cream with elaborate buttons. Accessories consist of black shoes with buckles and beige knee-length stockings. The outfit is depicted without a head and feet, with hands slightly extending, focusing on the clothing. The style is reminiscent of an anonymous fashion illustrator from the 18th century.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3040 × 3966 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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