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Reference code
2023.47.2
Title
Christian Dior Monsieur Single Breasted Suit Jacket
Date(s)
- undated (Creation)
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Item
Extent and medium
1
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Name of creator
(1970-unknown)
Administrative history
Designer Marc Bohan launched Christian Dior's first ready-to-wear men’s collection under the name Christian Dior Monsieur in 1970.
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Single breasted jacket with notch lapels in a dark blue wool. Jacket is front fastening via two black, plastic buttons. Four smaller buttons are at each cuff. There is a welted, breast pocket on either side of the chest and at either side of the waist there are horizontal, jetted pockets with flaps. Darts sit above each of these pockets. Inside, the jacket is lined in a viscose fabric. There are three jetted pockets, two either side of the chest and another on the left side which sits closer to the waist.
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Label: Christian Dior Monsieur
Material: Wool; Viscose [Lining]
Measurements: 53cm [Chest]
Details: Single breasted; buttons at cuffs
Physical Condition: Good
Material: Wool; Viscose [Lining]
Measurements: 53cm [Chest]
Details: Single breasted; buttons at cuffs
Physical Condition: Good