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Gents Indian OUtfit
Gents Indian Outfit
Gents Indian OUtfit
Gents Indian OUtfit

Gents Indian Outfit

Date1850 - 1900
Object NameSuit
Mediumsilk, cotton, chiffon
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift, 2000.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS053103
About MeGents cream silk Indian outfit comprising robe-style jacket decorated with gold thread and beads, sharwar trousers, shirt, cummerbund, hat, shoes and peacock feather fan.

The outfit dates to the end of the Victorian period (1850-1900). The cultures of the East and Asia have long been a source of inspiration within fashion, design and the Arts. The exotic and elaborate costumes of India were particularly attractive and inspired many fancy dress ensembles.
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The exotic and elaborate costumes of India have inspired many fancy dress ensembles. Cultural appreciation or appropriation?
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