Coat 1890

This coat was created by Tuna & Moosbrugger, but we don't have any specific date information about it. Consider the narratives a garment like this coat can embody. It goes beyond mere utility, representing an individual's status, identity, and adherence to or rebellion against societal norms. A piece of clothing can convey a great deal about gender roles, class distinctions, and even political allegiances. A coat like this carries a weighty history, reflecting the economic and social circumstances of its creation. The choice of material, the tailoring, and the embellishments all speak to the resources and values of a particular time and place. In many ways clothing is a canvas upon which we project our aspirations, our affiliations, and our very selves. Think about the labor involved, from the textile workers to the designers and seamstresses, and the complex web of human connections embedded in every stitch. The coat serves not only as protection from the elements but also as a statement about the wearer's place in the world.