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Vest

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Vest by unknown artist. A cream-colored vest with small floral embroidery and buttons down the right side. The vest is laid flat on a black background, with the right side facing up and the left side folded behind it, showing the interior lining. The vest has a high neckline and arm holes. There is a pocket on the lower left side. The buttons are round and have a floral design. The vest has a decorative border along the right edge and hem. The interior lining is a lighter cream color.

Artwork details

Date:
ca. 1790
Medium:
silk, wool
Culture:
European
Dimensions:
431 × 625 px
Museum record:
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