From 1804 the court coat was part of the official dress imposed for receptions at the Court. On the eve of the divorce, Josephine thus possessed thirty-nine large court robes in moire, satin, tulle, crepe or velvet like this one, all embroidered with silk, silver or gold and embellished with a fringe. She was admired for her grace and her way of walking, never letting herself be disturbed by Napoleon’s impatience!
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