Costume of Pouraille, master of Paris. . Costume of Pouraille, master of Paris. He wears a claque bas (bicorn), tight redingote (frock coat), cravat, striped breeches, and shiny boots. He holds a magnifying glass to examine precious stones. Handcolored etching by Auguste Etienne Guillaumot Jr. from Costumes of the Directory, Rouquette, Paris, 1875. The etchings were made from designs by Eugene Lacoste and Draner after prints of the era 1795-99.