Man's Uniforms c. 1936

Lillian Causey rendered this watercolor, Man's Uniforms, likely in the late 20th century. The uniform, with its blue coat, tan waistcoat, and riding boots, echoes the attire of the late 18th century. Notice the spurs, which connect this man with the equestrian tradition that defined the warrior class across cultures. The arrangement of buttons and the high collar can be traced through earlier military dress, evolving from practical armor fastenings into symbols of rank and discipline. Consider the rigid formality of such garments. These visual cues project authority, evoking a psychoanalytic response, stirring deep-seated associations with power and control. This uniform, thus, is not merely clothing; it is a carefully constructed persona. Its legacy resurfaces in modern uniforms, each reiterating the timeless human quest for identity and belonging within a structured order.