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2009 Record shot by L. Baumgarten. Waistcoat.
Waistcoat
2009 Record shot by L. Baumgarten. Waistcoat.

Waistcoat

Date1760-1775
MediumMetallic silver and red tissue with self-patterned flowers, brocaded with red, cream and green flowers and leaves. Linen single layer back; replaced silk front linings; linen pockets; sequin and metal thread buttons down fronts and under pocket flaps.
DimensionsL:27 1/2"; Chest 42".
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1954-1039
DescriptionMan's collarless and sleeveless waistcoat constructed of cloth of silver brocaded in design of flower sprigs in cream, apricot, and pale green silk. Fitted waistcoat cut straight down fronts and shaped away in inverted V below last button. Two flap pockets; functional 12 buttons covered with metallic silver thread. Natural colored linen back; new biege lining.

Construction History:

1. 1760-1775: Initial Construction
2. February 20, 1956: Cleaning, checking, restoring by Ernest LoNano.
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