VELVET WAISTCOAT
CH1981.428
Black velvet waistcoat with black silk back and white cotton lining with blue stripes. Single-breasted, six buttons, four pockets with braided flaps and one velvet-edged pocket at breast (presumably for pince-nez). Fronts braided - no lapels. Plain silk back. Adjusting strap at back has buckle stamped: 'PARIS' & 'SOLIDE'. At the right front an eye has been sewn presumably for attaching decorations so as not to damage the fabric.
Department:
History DepartmentCollection
Accession Number: | CH1981.428 |
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Accession Date: | 17 Nov 1981 |
Credit: | Dr E.P. Hodgkin |
Material
Velvet/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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Silk/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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Cotton/Textile | 0 - Whole |
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Measurement
length | 640mm |
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