Collection Highlights
Illustrations of cholera asphyxia in its different stages. Selected from cases treated at the Cholera Hospital, Rivington Street
Date:
1832
Object Number:
LIB.Y1832.Bart.Cholera
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object Number:
1956.35a
Date:
1850-1900
Medium:
Cotton twill, linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 20 x 19 in. ( 50.8 x 48.3 cm )
Description:
Double-breasted waistcoat with white cotton twill front panels; split-pointed lapels; four straight rectangular pockets, two at the waistline, two at the breast; eight mother-of-pearl buttons, four on each side; natural linen lining and back panel; large pocket on the left interior; ties in back with buttonholes to cinch the garment.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mr. John V. Irwin
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
