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Waistcoat

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Beige waistcoat with no sleeves, standing collar, and a central front closure. The waistcoat features small, evenly spaced X-shaped embroidery marks across the entire surface. A prominent floral design runs down the center front, with a tree-like pattern featuring green leaves, orange and blue flowers. At the bottom, a horizontal band showcases a scenic design with people, carts, and animals. The background of the image is a plain beige color. Title: Waistcoat.

Artwork details

Date:
1780–85
Medium:
silk
Culture:
French
Dimensions:
455 × 625 px
Museum record:
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