Item 2021.46.2 - Wool Tailcoat with Velvet Collar

2021.46.2

Wool Tailcoat with Velvet Collar

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Tailcoat made from an olive green wool. As with the traditional tailcoat design, the front of the coat is cut away and stops just around waist length. The skirt of the coat at the rear is split and has has two tapering sections or 'tails.' These finish at approximately knee length. The coat is double breasted with a black velvet collar with pointed lapels. Fastening at the front, there are six gilt, metal buttons [not original] and four metal, shank buttons covered in black and olive green silk brocade. There are three gilt buttons and two fabric covered buttons on either side of the opening, which fasten through button holes on the opposing side of the opening. The coat is unlined.

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Measurements: 37cm [Chest]
Materials: Wool, Velvet
Details: Gilt, metal buttons; Velvet Collar
Physical Condition: Worn. One shoulder is damaged and has come apart at the seams. At one stage, a piece has been cut from one of the tails and shaped to fit the damaged area. Damage to right cuff.