Man's Court Costume

c. 1936

Marie Mitchell

Associated Names
Marie Mitchell

Artist, American, active c. 1935

This is a drawing of an ornate suit, featuring a dark, long coat with floral embroidery along the edges and cuffs. The suit includes a waistcoat with a similar decorative pattern and knee-length breeches. The waistcoat is lighter in color with its own distinctive floral embroidery. Additionally, there is a small sketch of the back of the coat in the upper right corner, providing a detailed design perspective. The drawing showcases the detailed fashion design and elaborate decoration typical of formal men's attire from a specific historic period.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, graphite, and gouache on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 30 x 22.8 cm (11 13/16 x 9 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.3142


Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64595289

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