Ernst August of Hanover – Provisional English General’s Tunic, Firmin & Son, ca. 1900 #anikejacke Decorated on the sides with

Decorated on the sides with rhinestones and black stones

the Earl attended a costumed ball

A ribbon with a charming floral motif is woven into the center

Made of smooth leather and featuring the maker’s name “Stiller” woven into both boots

A cheerful cape made of double navy blue wool fabric with alternating red

Ernst August of Hanover – Provisional English General’s Tunic, Firmin & Son, ca. 1900 #anikejacke Decorated on the sides withThis exceptionally rare provisional tunic or cloak, worn by Ernst August (II) of Hanover (18451923) in his capacity as a General of the English Army, is a remarkable piece of late 19th to early 20thcentury aristocratic military attire. Tailored in the English style, the long tunic is made of fine black cloth, with black velvet cuffs and a black velvet standup collar, reflecting the understated elegance of highranking British officers uniforms. The