Coat

Art Historical Context

Step into the elegant world of 18th-century American fashion with this striking *Coat* from the Smithsonian American Art Museum. Crafted by an unidentified artist between 1700 and 1800, this piece falls under Decorative Arts-Fiber, highlighting the exquisite textile work that defined everyday luxury in Colonial America. Donated by collector John Gellatly, it now graces the Smithsonian's collection, offering a tangible link to the past. In an era when clothing was both functional and a bold statement of status, fiber arts like this coat showcased masterful techniques in weaving, dyeing, and po...

About the Artist

Unidentified ( ) · –