Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
This long black silk taffeta coat has a wide collar edged with silk braid, crafted from black silk satin fabric, and adorned with decorative braiding. It boasts three large fabric-covered buttons made by Birnzweig.
Additionally, the coat includes long sleeves and decorative braids running along the sides. Constructed from 7 panels of fabric, the garment lacks lining except for the top of the back and the opening, which are turned under and feature green plain weave cotton.
About This Item
- Title: Taffeta coat with braid edged collar, ca. 1915
- Creation Date: circa 1915
- Subject Date: circa 1915
- Location: ME
- Media: silk, cotton
- Dimensions: 136.5 cm x 284.5 cm
- Local Code: 1999.236.001
- Collection: Costume collection
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Maine Historical Society485 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822 x230
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