Collection Highlights
Siamese Twins
Date:
1836
Object Number:
LIB.SY.1836.55
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Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object Number:
1939.539
Date:
ca. 1800
Medium:
Broadcloth, linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 23 x 21 in. ( 58.4 x 53.3 cm )
Description:
Waistcoat with yellow broadcloth front panels; band collar, two rectangular pockets at the waistline; ten holes from removed buttons, ten button holes; natural linen lining and back panel.
Gallery Label:
Acording to accession records, this waistcoat belonged to Governor Benjamin Pierce. Pierce was elected Governor of New Hampshire in 1827 and 1829.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Marion L. Dielman
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
