Collection Highlights
Astor House
Date:
ca.1853-1859
Object Number:
PR.020.65.1
Medium:
Wood Engraving
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Waistcoat
Object Number:
1910.26
Date:
1740-1760
Medium:
Satin, linen
Dimensions:
Overall: 28 3/4 x 18 in. ( 73 x 45.7 cm )
Description:
Waistcoat with cream satin front panels embroidered all over with a black and brown leaf pattern; band collar, straight rectangular pockets at the waistline; thirteen satin covered buttons; beige floral embroidering on collar, along garment opening, base and on the pockets; linen lining and back panel.
Gallery Label:
According to the accession records, this was the official waistcoat worn by Lieutenant Governor James De Lancey, 1740(?).
Credit Line:
Gift of Laurence Timpson
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
