Man's Vest
Clothing MakerMade by
Horsfall & Rothschild
American, 1882 - 1968
Dateabout 1910-1920
MediumMachine-stitched cotton, with a ferrous metal buckle
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width across chest): 21 1/2 x 19 3/4in. (54.6 x 50.2cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineConnecticut Museum of Culture and History collection
DescriptionMan's vest of pale gray-lavender cotton woven with a diamond and streak design. The vest has a deep, narrow shawl collar forming a V-shaped neckline. The center front opening fastens with three studs (now missing). Both sides of the front are pointed, which forms a W-waistline edge. There is a breast pocket on the proper left side, and a 4 1/4-inch-wide pocket on each lower side. The backing fabric is white cotton sateen, as is the lining. The fit of the vest adjusts with a buckled strap across the lower back.
Object number1953.47.0
MarkingsWoven label stitched on one back tab: [eagle and lion with shield] "THE LUKE HORSFALL CO./ OUTFITTERS/ HARTFORD, CONN." The buckle is stamped "SOLIDE".Subject Terms
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