Waistcoat

Clothing/Dress/Costume

-

Genesee Country Village & Museum

Name/Title

Waistcoat

Entry/Object ID

G89.232

Description

Entirely machine-stitched waistcoat made of cotton brocade. Design consists of crossed bar motif. Lined with white cotton. Metal buckle and strap on back. 3 pockets, no padding. High narrow shawl collar, original grayish glass buttons. Metal plate. Came in box labeled something indicating it to be 1852 wedding vest which seems not too likely.

Collection

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

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

White

Made/Created

Date made

1852 - 1870