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Man's Court Costume

Jessie M. Benge

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of formal attire. The image showcases an elaborately designed historical coat with intricate floral embroidery along the edges and cuffs, paired with a matching waistcoat underneath. The coat is dark, possibly black or deep blue, with floral patterns in shades of green, pink, and blue. The waistcoat appears to be cream colored with a subtle floral or dot pattern. The coat's interior and the cuffs are lined with similar motifs. Positioned on a plain background, there is a faint sketch or outline of the same coat present to the right of the primary illustration. This drawing could be representative of attire from the 18th or 19th century.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1936
Medium
watercolor, gouache, and graphite on paperboard
Dimensions
3219 × 4304 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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