Chief’s redingote belonging to Grand Chief Tahourenché (Francois-Xavier Picard). This richly decorated garment was worn during ceremonial events or diplomatic meetings.
Period: Mid-19th century
Culture : Huron-Wendat
Artisan : Unknown
Materials : iron; paint; wool; metal; brass; silk; gold; skin; fiber; cotton; leather; quill, porcupine; hair, moose
Dimensions : 94 × 82 × 5 cm
Musée de la civilisation, 59-54, 59-69, 59-55