Men's Vest

Name/Title

Men's Vest

Description

Black grosgrain silk men's vest. Open-back dickie-style. Three black silk covered buttons. Shawl collar. Two pockets, one on each side. Black adjustable strap in back. Made by Gemmill, Burnham & Co.

Clothing/Dress/Costume Details

Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume

Vest

Clothing Sex

Male

Textile Details

Material

Silk

Color

Black

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Gemmill, Burnham & Co. Inc.

Date made

1880 - 1930

Time Period

late 19th or early 20th century

Place

City

Hartford

State/Province

Connecticut

Country

United States

Continent

North America

Label/Inscription/Signature

Type

Label

Location

Inside left side of vest

Transcription

"Gemmill, Burnham & Co. Inc. Hartford, CT"

Dimensions

Width

20 cm

Dimension Notes

Width of each side

Condition

Overall Condition

Good