Period Impressions 703 Vintage 1989 Civilian Double Breasted 1858 Frock Coat Pattern
THE ITEM: Bring immaculate mid-19th-century precision to your historical wardrobe. Welcomed to the archival tables of Liberty Hall tonight is an exceptional, wonderfully preserved vintage 1989 historical tailoring pattern—an original "Patterns for Period Impressions" template by the revered Period Impressions workshop. Designated as Pattern No. 703, this archival release provides the precise historical blueprints to construct an authentic, mid-19th-century 1858 Civilian Double-Breasted Frockcoat. This silhouette serves as the absolute cornerstone of a proper gentleman's or officer's civilian wardrobe across the Antebellum, American Civil War, and Victorian eras—evoking the stately style seen at historic crossroads like Appomattox, Virginia.
Period Impressions templates are highly coveted within the living history, museum docent, and theatrical communities for their strict adherence to genuine historical tailoring lines, offering a period-correct fit that completely outclasses mass-market costume alternatives. This multi-size matrix is configured for chest sizes 34, 36, and 38. Engineered for robust, traditional materials like heavy wool or polished cotton paired with silk or polished cotton lining, the frockcoat features an elegant double-breasted front overlap, a structured formal collar, historical waist seam symmetry, and authentic vented skirt pleating details. It is a spectacular choice to curate a refined, dignified appearance for upcoming Civil War living history encampments, Victorian pageants, or heritage displays.
CONDITION NOTES: Great Vintage Pre-Owned Condition. This 1989 blueprint paper pattern has been previously utilized by a historical costumer and carefully stored. The outer envelope remains sturdy and structurally sound, showing only standard light surface shelf wear, minor corner creasing, a vintage retail sticker, and hand-penciled sizing numbers on the front margin, while the reverse side of the envelope is completely blank. Inside, the massive double-sided master instructional sewing guide sheet remains clean, crisp, and fully intact. The heavy paper pattern pieces have been previously cut out for tailoring use along the size 34-36-38 lines, remaining neatly folded, well-preserved, and entirely ready for template layout work. Please evaluate our complete high-definition macro photography spread to inspect all edges, text grids, and interior paper piece states prior to purchase.
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