Museum Collections
Luce Center
Striped waistcoat (costume)
Object Number:
1933.32a
Date:
1900-1920
Medium:
Silk, rhinestone buttons
Dimensions:
Overall: 21 x 21 in. ( 53.3 x 53.3 cm )
Description:
Sleeveless short pink and white striped silk waistcoat; split pointed lapels; single breasted with seven flower shaped rhinestone and metal buttons; lined and backed with white silk; two pronged buckle and silk belting to cinch waistcoat to size.
Gallery Label:
This waistcoat was worn as part of a costume worn by Enrico Caruso when he performed the role of Des Grieux in "Manon Lescaut."
Credit Line:
Gift of Edmund B. Child
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.




