Dolman coat, Madame Drugeon, c. 1880 - c. 1885

Dolman coat, Madame Drugeon, c. 1880 - c. 1885

silk, l 58cm More details

This quilted dolman coat is trimmed with pared ostrich feathers. It was a common decorative feature in the 1880s, used especially by French fashion designer Emile Pingat. The sleeves are gathered at the shoulder to accommodate the puffed sleeves of the dress.