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1951

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2007

2025

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Waistcoat, 18th century

This is a Waistcoat. It is dated 18th century and we acquired it in 1951. Its medium is cotton, linen and its technique is trapunto. It is a part of the Textiles department.

Its dimensions are

H x W (Height of Center back; Shoulder Width): 86.4 × 36.8 cm (34 in. × 14 1/2 in.)

Cite this object as

Waistcoat, 18th century; cotton, linen; H x W (Height of Center back; Shoulder Width): 86.4 × 36.8 cm (34 in. × 14 1/2 in.); 1951-134-6

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