France, mid- to late 19th century. - Lot 159

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France, mid- to late 19th century. - Lot 159
France, mid- to late 19th century. Children’s theatrical costume modeled after the postilion jackets worn from the late 18th century onward. Made of blue woolen cloth with scarlet lapels and facings, adorned with silver-colored braided trim. The colors correspond to the liveries of the Compiègne postilions. Complete with all its buttons. A button on the left sleeve for attaching the postilion armband. Maison Blod ownership mark on the inner lining. Complete. Worn. (Signs of wear, damage, and old repairs; in fairly good condition). Notes: Maison Blod was a famous costume house in Lyon founded in 1820. It took the name Bosc when it was taken over in 1850.
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