Waistcoat, circa 1790
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Inspired by French fashion, men of turn-of-the-nineteenth-century America padded their chests with layers of clothing. To achieve the stylish large-chested look, they often donned frilled shirts, puffy neckbands called cravats, at least one waistcoat - or vest - like this, and an overcoat with a very high, stiff collar.
Inspired by French fashion, men of turn-of-the-nineteenth-century America padded their chests with layers of clothing. To achieve the stylish large-chested look, they often donned frilled shirts, puffy neckbands called cravats, at least one waistcoat - or vest - like this, and an overcoat with a very high, stiff collar.
Artifact
Vest (Garment)
Date Made
circa 1790
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made in England or the United States
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
55.140.130
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Wool (Textile)
Linen (Material)
Cotton (Textile)
Brass (Alloy)
Color
Red