Military suit 1862

This black military suit, created by Ware, Pratt & Company in 1862, is a striking example of 19th-century tailoring. The double-breasted jacket features a stand-up collar, a row of gold buttons, and decorative braid on the cuffs. This suit, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, offers a glimpse into the formality and attention to detail characteristic of military dress during this era.