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Waistcoat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Waistcoat by artist not specified. A brown sleeveless waistcoat with a high neckline that is split on either side. Two pockets are placed low down on the front. The fabric features a repeating motif of small yellow flowers on brown and white dots. A band of triangular brown and gold shapes runs along the bottom. The inside of the armholes are a beige fabric. The fastenings are covered by fabric loops.

Artwork Details

Date
1786–90
Medium
silk, wool, cotton
Culture
British
Dimensions
525 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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