Man's Vest
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1810-1820
MediumHand-stitched cotton and linen, with cotton-covered bone (probably) buttons and linen tapes
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (center back length x width): 22 x 20 1/4in. (55.9 x 51.4cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineBequest of Martha R. Lambert
DescriptionMan's vest of white marseille woven with a small diamond grid pattern. The vest has a 2 1/8-inch standing collar. It buttons at center front with ten self-covered buttons. There is a 6 3/8-inch-wide pocket on each lower side. The backing fabric is plain white linen. The fronts of the vest are lined with plain, white cotton. Four linen tapes stitched to the back would tie to adjust the fit.
Object number1979.68.787
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