Afternoon jacket 1885 - 1890

"Afternoon Jacket" is a striking example of late 19th-century fashion, crafted by Emile Pingat between 1885 and 1890. The jacket, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a rich, patterned fabric with a black velvet overlay and intricate, beaded embellishments. Its design and materials reflect the growing popularity of luxurious and elaborate garments in the era, and its bold silhouette and ornate details exemplify the artistic sensibilities of the time.