Man's Duster
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
William Whiting Smith
(American, 1851 - 1926)
Clothing MakerMade by
Robinson & Cleaver Ltd.
(English)
Dateabout 1910-1920
MediumMachine-stitched linen, with celluloid, brass, and steel buttons
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (center back length x width across shoulders): 49 x 21 1/2in. (124.5 x 54.6cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Marion Gridley Hitchcock
Object number2002.98.1
DescriptionMan's duster of beige tow linen. The coat is double-breasted; the celluloid buttons have brass shanks and are held in place by steel rings like studs, so they can be removed prior to laundering. The revers can be turned up and buttoned under the 3 1/4-inch-wide turn-down collar for extra warmth and protection from road dirt. The pockets on the sides are constructed with a double layer, creating one pocket on top of the other; the lower pocket closes with a button. The back of the duster is plain and unvented. The coat sleeves may be tightened at the wrist by an adjustable buttoned strap of self-fabric. The duster is lined with self-fabric across the shoulders in back and down the front edge. There is an interior pocket on the proper left side.
Status
Not on view
