Waistcoat
Date1750-1775
OriginEurope
MediumSilk, linen
DimensionsOL: 30 1/4" Waist approx. 33"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1994-186,3
DescriptionMan's sleeved waistcoat to a three-piece suit of pale green silk patterned with warp floats to create narrow stripes. Waistcoat is collarless, buttoned down front with 12 fabric-covered buttons. Bottom slightly cut away to form inverted V below waist. Pocket flaps, slightly shaped in peaks, cover functional pockets. Three buttons trim each pocket just beneath the flap. Brown linen sleeves end in single linen covered button at each wrist. Back is a single layer of tabby linen. Vents at hips and center back. Cream silk lining in fronts.
