Man's Vest
Clothing MakerMade by
Unknown
Dateabout 1845-1850
MediumHand-stitched silk and cotton with gold thread in the silk, and silk-covered bone buttons
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length x width): 22 3/4 x 19 1/4in. (57.8 x 48.9cm)
ClassificationsCostume
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Edgar Burnham
DescriptionMan's vest of cream-colored silk marseilles, woven with a design of flowers and leaves outlined in metallic gold. The vest has a shawl collar; the vest closes at center front with six self-covered buttons. A 4 3/4-inch-wide pocket is on each lower side. The backing and lining fabric is plain, undyed cotton. The fit of the vest is adjusted with a pair of buttoned straps in the back (the button is now missing).
Object number1959.80.1
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