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Collection Highlights
Properties, Including Vacant Plots, Foreclosed in Manhattan During 1930-1931-1932
Date:
March 29, 1933
Object Number:
LIB.F128.HD251.R28
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object Number:
1956.35b
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Cotton twill, linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 24 x 17 in. ( 61 x 43.2 cm )
Description:
Waistcoat with striped white cotton twill front panels; stepped-pointed lapels over six mother-of-pearl buttons; four pockets, two at the breast, two at the waistline; white linen lining and back panel; large linen pocket on left interior; linen belt and metal two-pronged buckle at lower back to cinch garment.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. John V. Irwin
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
