Woman's Coat

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Woman's Coat

1923

Label Louis et Cie, Paris

This coat is probably made out of a large shawl, and its cut shows the large pattern to advantage. The shawl’s center creates a dramatic back; there are no side seams; and the fabric from above the shoulder seams was used to make the sleeves and cuffs. Although located in Paris, Louis et Cie was run by the Louis Katzman Model Company in New York. The label stresses the authenticity of the company’s imported wraps, coats, and sportswear with the French name and address and states that the garment is a modeles deposés (registered design).

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Object Details

Title:

Woman's Coat

Date:

1923

Artist:

Label Louis et Cie, Paris

Medium:

Printed silk faille with metallic complementary wefts, muskrat fur, silk velvet

Dimensions:

Center Back Length: 23 inches (58.4 cm)

Classification:

Costume (including accessories)

Credit Line:

Gift of Mrs. Camille J. Stamm, 1959

Accession Number:

1959-27-1

Geography:

Made in France, Europe

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