Collection Highlights
The Surrender of Cornwallis at Yorktown
Date:
Object Number:
PR.068.34
Medium:
Paper, engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Waistcoat, wedding
Object Number:
INV.2927
Date:
ca. 1840
Medium:
Satin, linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 18 3/4 x 16 in. ( 47.6 x 40.6 cm )
Description:
Waistcoat with cream satin front panels; small rolled collar extended into stepped pointed lapels; three small pockets, two at waist level and one at the breast; five satin covered buttons; cream linen lining and back panel; three ribbon ties at the small of the back to cinch the garment to size.
Gallery Label:
This waistcoat belonged to E. A. Dycknick.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Nelson K. Benton
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
