Waistcoat

Clothing/Dress/Costume

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Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Waistcoat

Entry/Object ID

2018.001.35

Description

Entirely machine-stitched waistcoat made of white cotton Pique Marseilles. Fabric is weave pattern of a large plaid - making this waistcoat most likely from the 1860s. Single-breasted. Closure with removable buttons (5). All buttons missing from eyelets. Three welted pockets, slightly slanted. The center front is slightly pointed with small double point in front. Cotton backing and lining with two buckle straps in back. Notched shawl (not a true notched lapel as it is made of one piece).

Collection

Genesee Country Village and Museum

Category

Adult, Male
Historic Costume

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Waistcoat

Clothing Sex

Male

Textile Details

Fabric

Cotton

Lining

Glazed Cotton

Color

Cream

Made/Created

Date made

1855 - 1875