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Waistcoat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Waistcoat by unknown artist. Cream-colored waistcoat with a high neckline and no sleeves. The waistcoat has a curved hem at the bottom. It features a floral pattern with red, blue, and black designs on a cream background. The vest has 5 buttons down the center. The background of the image is dark gray, fading to black. The waistcoat appears to be on a display stand.

Artwork Details

Date
1770–90
Medium
cotton
Culture
French
Dimensions
468 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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