Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Description
The collar and lapels of this cut-away frock coat are covered in dark green wool. The jacket is associated with Col. Reuben Hayes Green (1783-1877). Perhaps he intentionally selected green fabric for his lapels.
Unlike noticeable changes in early to mid-19th century womenswear, the evolution in menswear was subtle. The elongated sleeves, extending slightly below the wrist, and narrow seams at the back shoulder help date the piece to around 1830. To the untrained eye, the jacket could easily be from about 1810 through 1850.
About This Item
- Title: Col. Green's double breasted coat with tails, Winslow, ca. 1830
- Creation Date: circa 1830
- Subject Date: circa 1830
- Location: Winslow, Kennebec County, ME
- Media: wool, silk, linen
- Local Code: 1100*
- Collection: Costume collection
- Object Type: Physical Object
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Item 110414
Col. Reuben Hayes Green, Winslow, ca. 1870
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