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Man's waistcoat

Western European
about 1820
Object Place: Europe (Western)

Medium/Technique Silk satin with silk ribbon lattice-woven, silk embroidery, linen backing
Dimensions 45.2 x 42 cm (17 13/16 x 16 9/16 in.)
Credit Line Textile Income Purchase Fund
Accession Number1981.54
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionForeparts: gold-colored, blue, cream silk ribbons tied in lattice pattern on white satin ground (which forms lining). Cream-colored binding at edges and buttonholes. Linen back. Double-breasted. High notched stand-up collar and short lapels. 12 covered-button front closure; back closure laced from collar to hem. Condition: some fading.