1960s Mexican Leopard Print Pony Coat w Piped Leather Detailing designer-rochas very early rendition of what

very early rendition of what would go onto become one of Ossie's most famous and recognizable designs

fabric covered snap

The neckline is the absolute star of the dress a wide wide panel of hand cut silk is hand applied to form almost a bib of what at first glance appears to be feathers

It also a secondary design woven into the silk that depicts little ocean fishing motifs - octopus

Length: 20" from the top of the shoulder hem

1960s Mexican Leopard Print Pony Coat w Piped Leather Detailing designer-rochas very early rendition of whatThis is one of two leopard printed pi y hair jackets that I have in the shop this week that originate from Mexican during the 1960s or 70s. These would have been made by hand by local artisans for the tourist market and represent an important part of the artisanal history during this time period. This one has a double row of shiny buttons that run down the front and a very wide collar that is rounded off at its edges. The sleeves are long and the