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Waistcoat

Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1790-c.1810

GUSN

GUSN-30113

Description

Dark purple and lavender striped waistcoat with lime green squares; Natural linen lining and back; two pairs of linen ties at back closure; Standing collar with wide revers; seven pairs self-covered buttons; two pockets; natural waistline; double breasted.

Details

Descriptive Terms

waistcoats (garments)
stitching
linen (material)
weaving
tabby (textile)
velvet (fabric weave)
square (shape)
stripes
Men's clothing
Hand Stitched
Novelty Weave
Velvet
Stripe
Square
WAISTCOAT

Maker

Unknown

Accession Number

1923.809

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