Court suit
About 1795–98
The royal courts of Europe dictated a dress code of formal silk suits for men, worn with lace accessories and jewelled swords. French court suits were most desirable. They were made for export to countries including Russia and Spain, even during the French Revolution. The cut of the suit, with tight sleeves and a narrow back, dictated the wearer’s posture and movements. Details such as collar height and size of buttons reflected fashions in everyday dress.
Probably France
Figured silk embroidered with silk thread
Made for the export market
Given by R. Brooman White, Esq.
[09/12/2015]