Collection Highlights
Group of Chicago Zouave Cadets
Date:
Object Number:
PR.049.FF.MIL.CHIZOU
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Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object Number:
1941.1102c
Date:
1780-1800
Medium:
Wool, linen, metal
Dimensions:
Overall: 2 1/2 x 17 1/2 x 25 1/2 in. ( 6.4 x 44.4 x 64.8 cm )
Description:
Heavy yellow wool flannel waistcoat with stand-up collar and 9 metal buttons cast with hunting scenes down the front; a watch pocket at the left breast and a pocket on each side at the stomach; back is made of blue, green and yellow wool fabric, with natural-colored linen cinch straps; inside lined with linen.
Credit Line:
Gift of Stephen Taber Willets
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
