Boy's coat
Category
Costume
Date
Unknown
Materials
Cotton, Lace, Satin, Velvet
Measurements
630 mm (Length)
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Lanhydrock, Cornwall
NT 886233.1
Summary
Boy's coat - Blue-green velvet boy's coat with cream satin lapels, facings, high collar and cuffs which have a deep lace frill; cream cotton lining which has some insect damage. The collar is worn and all buttons have been removed, but marks show where they once were. From a three piece suit comprising of coat, breeches and waistcoat.
Provenance
The Agar-Robartes family were very keen on dressing up and several costumes were found in the attics after the National Trust acquired the house.