Collection Highlights
John Singer Sargent (1856-1925), Seen from the Back, Seated at an Easel and Holding a Palette
1875
1935.85.2.83
Graphite on ivory paper, formerly mounted on a page of Album 2
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cape coat w/scalloped collar & sleeves
Object name
Cape coat w/scalloped collar & sleeves
Date
1820-1890
Medium
Linen
Dimensions
Overall: 57 x 28 in. ( 144.8 x 71.1 cm )
Description
Woman's ankle length brown linen day coat; high scalloped collar; wide "pagoda sleeves," narrow at shoulder expanding to a wide opening with scalloped cuffs; four round linen covered buttons down the chest; two scalloped pockets at the hips with buttons at each of the corners; very wide full skirt (to accommodate hoops or crinoline).
Object Number
INV.7442
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
