Collection Highlights
Grenadier cap
1740-1770
1890.3
Wool, linen
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object name
Waistcoat
Date
1825-1875
Medium
Silk, satin, cotton
Dimensions
Overall: 24 x 16 in. ( 61 x 40.6 cm )
Description
Waistcoat with black silk front panels; small rolled collar develops into the long ovoid lapels; five silk covered buttons over the stomach area; brown floral embroidery on lapels, along garment opening and base; rectangular pockets at the waist; satin back panel with ribbon cinch above a satin belt with double prong metal buckle cinch closure; natural cotton lining.
Credit Line
Gift of Reginald W. Rives
Object Number
1941.232
Gallery Label
This waistcoat belonged to Francis Robert Rives, Esq., father of the donor. Mr. Rives was the Secretary of the Legation in London from 1842 to 1844, a post appointed by President John Tyler.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
