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The Ricasolis, an ancient aristocratic dynasty, also owned a Palazzo in via Maggio 7, Florence which also contained a private theatre.\r\n\r\nThe stiffness, embroidery and cut of the costume suggest that it was used for dancing. The hessian lining would have preserved the shape of the costume and the silver embroidery would have sparkled in the candlelight as the performer moved. The hemming on the left panel of the coat would also reveal the movement of the dancer's leg.\r\n\r\nThe stage coat is similar in style to a 'banyan' or morning coat, a popular style in the mid-eighteenth century, suggesting that it may have been re-purposed from a fashion garment. The costume also bears evidence of alterations in the nineteenth century.","physicalDescription":"Salmon pink and silver floral brocade skirted coat, the edge to edge front having applique front panels of black with silver strip embroidery simulating 'frogging'; the edges trimmed with silver metal fringe (silver-coated copper).  The left front is turned back appliqued with black silk decoration in silver strip embroidery. The full sleeves end in half black silk simulated cuff edged with silver metal braid and bold silver braid edge; the other half and up the back seam to shoulder back slit edged with silver braid. Around hem and armholes trimmed with silver braid. 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