Vintage Men s Black Beltback Blazer Victorian Style Moriarty Film Wardrobe Size 40 41

Be dressed like one of the coolest super villains of all time from wikipedia: professor james moriarty is a fictional character in some of the sherlock holmes stories written by sir arthur conan doyle. Moriarty is a machiavellian criminal mastermind whom holmes describes as the "napoleon of crime". This is a super swanky and versatile men's jacket, almost frock coat style, that indeed looks right out of a sherlock holmes set. And sure enough, it has the name moriarty written in it on the western costume co. With velvet collar and tailored cut, and low belted back, the style is very "steampunk" victorian turn-of-the-century, and could also look quite old west. It was actually made in the 60s most likely, as the amalgamated union tag has the little cirlced r which dates to be from 1962- 76. If it was not for this, it would seem to be older indeed with how well it is constructed. Material feels like a wool blend with a satin lining. Has functioning full lined pockets and 2 inside.

Slightly padded shoulders inside lining. This came from a film costume collector with 2 racks of other items, whose been collecting for decades. So it also came with a paper tag attached with a safety pin that says richard roxburgh (the actor) - loeg - prof. M but after watching league of extraordinary gentlemen carefully, i can tell you he does not wear it in the film but a similar one with wider velvet lapels that is more like a smoking jacket. So either it is mislabeled and was used for another moriarty in numerous other shows and films, or was in a cut scene.

Either way, it is a fantastic piece you can further research or just enjoy wearing. No holes, tears, odors, or stains. One half (broken) button on cuff. Best fit for a size 40 - 41 r, but check measurements carefully. Chest: 43" (21.5" max across back underarm seam to seam).

Shoulder seam to seam: 19. Shoulder seam to sleeve cuff: 26.5. Length collar seam to hem: 32.5. Collar height (folded down): 1.5. Layaway available after 1 week of active listing, inquire for details.

Victorian through mid-century vintage clothing and accessories. We are a brick and mortar store newly opened in august of 2013 at 4516 hollywood blvd. Where it meets sunset blvd.

In the los feliz area. All items listed are available to try on and/or for pick-up and check-out here. Please call the shop for any questions on listings- 323- moon 009. Rest assured your item will arrive as described and in pretty and proper packaging.

New items listed often, please check back soon for more. This item is made of silk and wool, rayon, felt. The style is retro and art deco.