Coat Conjecture
Most of the time, these coats are seen open, and unfortunately most often from the rear. However, sometimes there is evidence of some sort of closure. The first two images show doublets that close on the left side. Those are pretty clear, and show a precedent for this type of closure. Next is the grey coat from the market scene. Near the jacket hem there is a flap of white, apparently the bottom of the coat lapel. Also, the edge of the front opening is only tabbed on the right side, leading me to believe that it overlaps and closes on the left side like the doublets. The image of the dancer also shows a hanging lapel that seems similar. It's not terribly clear, but there appears to be a white loop on the left side of the dancer's coat that could be a button loop. I've thrown together a rough paper doll sketch showing a possible outfit with doublet, jacket, and bases.
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