Description:
Man's double breasted, cut away tail coat made from blue and white checked cotton. It reflects early 19th-century summer clothing worn by men of moderate means in the Connecticut River Vallery and elsewhere. While it is possible the fabric was woven in early textile-producing areas of New England, it is perhaps more likely the fabric was one of the many such imports from England, who was the largest producer of cotton fabric by this time. The cut away design of this coat first appeared in the late 18th century, as coats became increasingly fitted and the skirts recuced to the back. The double breasted front closure can be fastened on either side. The squared off tail has a center back vent that can also be buttoned and unbottoned according to need or activity. The garment is faced with matching fabric, but unlined at the center back. The overly long sleeves of this example were fashionable at this time, with cuffs extending slightly over the hands and secured with three buttons. Each sleeve has some slight fullness or easing at the sleeve head top.
Subjects:
Textile fabrics; Cotton Link to share this object record:
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