1900s Edwardian Frock Coat~Embellished Jet Black Antique Jacket-1910s L/XL

1900s Edwardian/Victorian Antique Coat/Jacket. Inky Black fabric with multiple gathering in back, braided partial belt and hanging tassels. Excellent condition for its age, button up front-with nominal notables (see below) More than likely part of a “Mourning” outer layer/outfit for a widow in 1900-1910s. A rare larger size! Perfect for costume or theatre, very wearable! Designed by “Neil” Paris/Baltimore. Refer to measurements and condition notes below. Best guesstimate on Fiber content is: acetate??

SIZE: Photographed on my size 12 dress form-with plenty of extra room. No size indicated-For best fit, please refer to the exterior measurements below:
Approx Inches:
High Bust/Underarm to Underarm 40”
lower waist seam 39-40”
Length 40.5” (bodice length 15.5”
Sweep 100”
# of Buttons 2 sets

CONDITION: Lovely Preowned antique condition. *Strong and wearable
NOTABLE ISSUES: A hand stitched repair inside on the lining. some small areas within the hanging tassels where the color has worn and it looks light brown compared to the black-refer to the last photo for up close details. Some fading or soiling(unclear which) inside on the collar, also refer to last photo-recommend professional heirloom dry cleaning.
Please refer to the photos for additional details and descriptions.
* wearable at your own risk. Sold As-Is. Garments of this age need to be handled with care if attempting to wear. Cannot guarantee long-term wearability.


DETERMINE YOUR FIT PRIOR TO PURCHASING:

1) OUR MEASUREMENTS: In sewing, ‘ease’ is the amount of room a garment allows the wearer beyond the measurements of their actual body. I provide measurements of my items (un-stretched) for you, however, it is suggested to add ease for comfort. Fitting ease will allow you to be able to breathe, move your arms, bend your elbows, sit, walk, and even dance! Ease varies depending on what part of the body you are clothing, but generally it is between ½”-2”. If you want your garment to be a ‘pin-up’ tight fit, make sure it’s close to your own body measurements, adding 1 or 2 inches in the bust and hip areas. If you want it to fit loosely, add more room as needed.

2) YOUR MEASUREMENTS: We always suggest you use the measurements of your own body to help with the accuracy of how the garment will fit. If you don’t have a measuring tape, use a ruler to measure a similar garment that fits you well. Follow our measuring guide pictures to compare our sizing with your measurements.

ABOUT VINTAGE:

Please understand that vintage clothing and vintage fabric have age to it, and even when in excellent condition, they show wear. They are not new items. Even the most cared for vintage items of clothing is likely to have some wear and tear and vintage pieces can commonly have tiny spots/marks, fading/yellowing, or pin holes. I attempt to present all damage by describing and photographing it but sometimes little things get by me. If you are not happy with your purchase, please contact me right away after receiving your order so we can address your concern.