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Man's coat

unknown artist1840/1899

Benaki Museum of Greek Civilization

Benaki Museum of Greek Civilization
Athens, Greece

Man's coat adorned with gold braid embroidery on red velvet. These kind of coats were worn in combination with a long "fustanela" (pleated skirt), during the reign of King Othon (1833-1862) by court officials and members of the prosperous bourgeoisie, but they were also spread in numerous variations throughout the entire Balkans. 19th c. H. 1.19 m. (EΕ 1640)

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