Suit

Manufacturer I. Miller & Son

Manufacturer G. Shindhelm

Manufacturer Eaves Costume Co.

Marks or LabelsWoven label in back neckline of coat: EAVES COSTUME CO. / 110 WEST 46TH ST. N.Y. Woven label in back neckline of coat: EAVES COSTUME CO / Mr. McConnell / No. C. 39 1/2 W. 35 1/2 L. Woven label in back waistline of pants: EAVES COSTUME CO. / Mr. McConnell / No. C. W. 34 1/2 L. 13 1/2 Woven label in back neckline of waistcoat: EAVES COSTUME CO. / Mr. McConnell / No. C. 39 1/2 W. 35 1/2 L. Stamped on insole of right shoe: I. MILLER / Beautiful Shoes / Made in New York Stamped on soles of shoes: I. MILLER & SON Woven label inside wig: G. SHINDHELM / THE OLD RELIABLE / WIG MAKER / 144 WEST 46TH ST. N.Y.

Date 1924

Medium / Technique Silk faille, brocaded silk waistcoat, silk satin lining, bronze metallic beads and embroidery, cotton lace jabot, reproduction cuffs

Dimensions.1) Coat: 102.4 cm (length); chest: 84.4 cm (circumference); sleeve: 62.6 cm (length) .2) Breeches: 78.6 cm (length); waist: 82.2 cm (circumference) .3) Waistcoat: 67.4 cm (length); chest: 96.2 cm (circumference) .4.1-2) Sleeves: 51.4 cm × 17.6 cm (len

ClassificationPersonal Objects - Clothing - Main Garments

Origin New York, New York, United States, North America

Object NumberM999.33.2.1-8

DivisionDress, Fashion and Textiles - Fashion, clothing and accessories

CollectionMcCord

CreditGift of Kathleen Laing

NotesExhibition Costume Balls - Dressing Up History, 1870-1927
Sir William Pitt

John Wilson McConnell ranked among Canada’s wealthiest businessmen, and most generous philanthropists. His costume appears to be the best that could be had at the time. He made very good use of it, however, wearing it on occasions from 1924 through to 1955, the year of his 50th wedding anniversary, when he finally had his photograph taken in it. In that portrait, an embroidered cape obscures much of the outfit, however.

Status

Not on view

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