Coat

NameCoat

CultureAlbanian

Datefirst quarter 20th century

Place madeAlbania, Europe

Mediumwool, metal, silk, cotton

DimensionsLength at CB: 43 in. (109.2 cm)

Credit LineGift of Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2019

Object numberA.2021.8.3

Collections

Europe

DescriptionCoat (Sleeveless Coat): Purple felt; gold brocaded ribbon, stylized leaf pattern; silver braid and gold and silver cord embroidery, floral, foliate, vine and medallion motifs, in scrolling pattern, purple and turquoise twill insets; gold and black silk twist cord; red and white printed cotton, floral and foliate pattern. Below-knee length; fitted to waist; deep round armholes; round neck; circular skirt; open at front; silver braid all-around edges; ribbon applied at borders and back, extending to side hips; printed lining, interior self tie