Women‘s riding habit

Costumes

Inventory number
2021.5.10.15ac.CO.UF.C1885.XX
Description
3 piece wool knit riding ensemble in Scheele's green: fitted jacket with high detachable collar, brass button down centre front, boned bodice, high breast pocket at left;  skirt with bustle & hooks to accommodate knee for the right-side rider; matching trousers with padding in the left knee, inside right thigh & seat, right side button closure & stirrups.
Materials
Wool
Brass button
Origin
circa 1885

Exhibition History
• 2021.05.29–2021.10.03. ‘Manor entertainment. Hunting (1860–1940). From Alexandre Vassiliev foundation collection.’ Daugyvene museum-reserve of cultural history (Burbiskis Manor), Radviliskis district, Lithuania.·