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Waistcoat

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Collection Type

  • Clothing and accessories

Date

1850-1859

GUSN

GUSN-39083

Description

Red and blue waistcoat with yellow and white paisley pattern; white lining; brown twill back; white leather lining; notched collar; eight pairs self covered buttons; buckle and tab closure; double breasted; welted pockets.

Details

Descriptive Terms

waistcoats (garments)
cotton (textile)
leather
padding (process)
silk (textile)
twill
wool (textile)
lattices
paisley
Waistcoat
Men's clothing
Silk
Jacquard
Cotton
Twill
Leather
Padded
Hand Stitched
Paisley
Lattice
Waistcoat

Inscription

Stamped on buckle w/ one arrow.

Maker

Unknown

Accession Number

1937.503

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