Collection Highlights
The Solitary Oak (The Old Oak)
1844
1858.75
Oil on canvas (relined)
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object name
Waistcoat
Date
1820-1860
Medium
Silk brocade, cotton chintz
Dimensions
Overall: 25 x 16 in. ( 63.5 x 40.6 cm )
Description
Waistcoat with silk paisley brocade of red, blue, and yellow threads on a navy ground; rolled collar dropped into ovoid lapels over five silk brocade covered buttons; brown cotton chintz lining and back panel; chintz belt and metal two pronged buckle at lower back to cinch garment.
Credit Line
Gift of Reginald W. Rives
Object Number
1941.233
Gallery Label
This waistcoat belonged to Francis Robert Rives, Esq., father of the donor. Mr. Rives was Secratary of the Legation in London from 1842 to 1844. He was appointed by President John Tyler.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
