Man's Suit
1996 (made)
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| Place of origin |
Mark Powell considers this suit to be a classic example of his work. He is much inspired by clothing of the Edwardian era, as seen in the high-closing jacket with velvet collar, gauntlet cuffs and panelled back. The elegant formality of Edwardian menswear is echoed in the high rounded collar of the shirt.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Wool and velvet |
| Brief description | Wool covert single-breasted suit, designed by Mark Powell, London, 1996 |
| Physical description | Grey wool covert single-breasted suit consisting of a four-button jacket with collar and buttons covered in black velvet, turned back cuffs, and trousers. |
| Production type | Haute couture |
| Credit line | Given by the designer |
| Object history | Part of an outfit T.40:1 to 7-1997. |
| Summary | Mark Powell considers this suit to be a classic example of his work. He is much inspired by clothing of the Edwardian era, as seen in the high-closing jacket with velvet collar, gauntlet cuffs and panelled back. The elegant formality of Edwardian menswear is echoed in the high rounded collar of the shirt. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | T.40:1, 2-1997 |
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| Record created | August 1, 2008 |
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