Museum Collections
Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object Number:
1948.177
Date:
1790-1795
Medium:
Satin, linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 25 1/2 x 19 1/2 in. ( 64.8 x 49.5 cm )
Description:
Waistcoat with cream satin front panels; pointed collar dropped into pointed lapels; two straight rectangular pockets at waistline; white linen lining and back panel; black and cream crewelwork border around collar, lapels, tops of pockets, garment opening and base; embroidered floral garland border inside of the crewlwork along collar, lapels, garment opening and base in ochre, green, teal, pink and white; four vertical drawnwork stripes down the front with cream crewelwork borders and leaves; atop the stripes are green and black embroidered diamonds with embroidered flowers in each; oxidized sequins all over.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. Norreys Jephson O' Conor
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.








