SWEDISH 1940S/1950S DARK GREY DOUBLE BREASTED OVERCOAT BY CARL AXEL. SIZE CA EU 44-46
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DESCRIPTION
This overcoat is of Swedish origin and is by Carl Axel. It was most likely produced around 1950–1952, though it could possibly be a few years earlier. Carl Axel was a well-known retail chain with several large menswear shops in Stockholm at the time, as suggested by the multiple addresses on the label. The coat is made from a heavy, dark grey, felt-like fabric.
The coat is double-breasted with three rows of buttons, two of which are functional. There is also an additional top button at the neck, allowing it to be fastened all the way up. It features horizontal front pockets with flaps and has buttonholes on both lapels. At the back, it has a half-belt and a vent. Inside, it is fully lined and fitted with two inner pockets - one on each side.
The condition is virtually perfect; there are no defects worth noting. Please study the photos carefully and form your own opinion of its condition.
This coat is highly characteristic of Swedish ready-to-wear fashion from the years around 1950.
SIZE
In terms of size, it is relatively small, corresponding to a modern EU 44 to EU 46 (UK/US 34 to UK/US 36). However, do bear in mind that these size estimates assume a jacket being worn underneath. Please scroll down for exact measurements.
| COUNTRY OF PRODUCTION | MATERIAL |
| Sweden | 100% wool |
MEASUREMENTS
Chest (A) : 55 cm
Waist (B) : 50 cm
Sleeves (C) : 62,5 cm
Shoulders (D) : 48 cm
Total length (E) : 114 cm (111 cm measured from neck seam).
Our extensive collection of overcoats mainly consists of Swedish tailor-made and ready-to-wear coats from the 1960s and earlier. We also carry some British and a handful of American coats.
