Man's Duster
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Bryant Tolles Sr.
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1910-1920
MediumMachine-stitched wool/cotton, with mother of pearl buttons
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (center back length x width across shoulders): 53 1/2 x 26in. (135.9 x 66cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Bryant Tolles, Jr.
Object number1995.10.2
DescriptionMan's double-breasted duster of tan-colored fabric with a cotton warp and wool weft. The duster has a 3 1/2-inch-wide turn-down collar. The front opening fastens with five large, flat mother of pearl buttons on the proper left side; the buttons along the right side are non-functional. The duster fastens all the way up to the collar. There is a slash pocket covered by a placket opening on each side of the front. The center back seam is vented for eighteen inches. The two-piece sleeves are set into the shoulder with raglan seams. The wrist openings have turned-back cuffs which fasten in place with two mother of pearl buttons. The duster is unlined, except along the front opening, which has a self-fabric facing; the seams are flat-felled.
NotesHistorical Note: According to museum records, Bryant Tolles, Sr., wore this duster while driving an early automobile.Status
Not on view
