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Waistcoat

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1870-1880

GUSN

GUSN-37831

Description

Black; blue and red and white striped lining; black silk and wool back (same as coat lining); notched low collar; four pockets; buckle and strap back closure; six buttons; one hole for watch fob.

Details

Descriptive Terms

waistcoats (garments)
cotton (textile)
wool (textile)
Waistcoat
Waistcoat

Inscription

Stamp on buckle: ""PARIS""

Maker

Unknown

Location of Origin

Paris, France

Credit Line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Morse Jones and Miss Eleanor Hooper Jones

Accession Number

1935.545B

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