Coat (reproduction)

1895-1925

Place madeNew York, New York, United States, North America

Wool, cotton, metal

Overall: 4 x 24 x 43 in. ( 10.2 x 61 x 109.2 cm )

Gift of John Ward Dunsmore

1941.1215

According to the accession record, the maker of this reproduction was Dazian Costumer of Union Square, New York; at this time, the maker's label has been lost from the garment although there is evidence where it once was.

DescriptionDark blue wool replica of War of 1812 style single-breasted Brigadere General's coat; red double collar (open), red facing from shoulder to waist, with a row of 8 mock buttonholes and buttons along each side; front edges curve inward over the breast and then back towards the hips, front closes with 3 sets of hooks and eyes; open sleeves with red cuffs, horizontal row of 3 mock buttonholes and buttons; all buttons plain gilt; 4 panels at the back, 2 buttons near the center at the waistline, 2 false pocket flaps at the waistline at each rear hip with horizontal row of 3 mock buttonholes and buttons at the bottom edge, skirt split from waistline to bottom; bodice and sleeves lined with white cotton, skirt lined with red wool.

ClassificationsMILITARY TOOLS & EQUIPMENT: UNIFORM