Collection Highlights
Our Indian Policy
Date:
1875
Object Number:
PR.029.1
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Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object Number:
1842
Date:
1857
Medium:
Silk, chintz, linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 23 x 18 in. ( 58.4 x 45.7 cm )
Description:
Waistcoat with silk front panels with heavily embroidered white-work floral designs on the lapels, along the garment opening and along the base; small rolled collar into dropped lapels over five embroidered buttons with a flower design; natural linen lining trimmed with white leather at base of lining; white chintz back panel with white chintz belt and two pronged metal buckle at lower back to cinch garment.
Gallery Label:
This waistcoat was worn by Fredrick V. Rushton, the father of the donor, in 1857.
Credit Line:
Gift of Miss Mary A. Rushton
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
