Waistcoat (garment)
Waistcoat (garment)
Waistcoat (garment)

Waistcoat (garment)

Object number
D94
Date
circa 1790 – 1820
Description
Embroidered men's waistcoat, previously owned by John Hancock, with mock pocket flaps; made of silk, lining and back of cream twilled wool homespun. Cream brocaded with silver and colored flowers. Floral embroidery throughout the body of the garment, including buttons. The interior of the lapel features additional embroidery. The interior of the waistcoat includes extra buttons.
Materials
silk
wool
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Samuel Carey
Object Type
waistcoats (garments)
Related People & Organizations
Hancock, John (associated)
Carey, Samuel, Mrs. (associated)