Waistcoat, Medium: silk Technique: chain stitch embroidery on satin weave, Gentleman's waistcoat of white satin with a small standing collar is cut straight across the bottom with straight pocket flaps and ten buttons. Embroidered in multicolored silks with a detached linear motif across the front. Flower border extends down the center front. Both pockets have a yellow butterfly. Under one pocket, two sheep worked in chenille thread, and the other side has two birds, one in a nest., France, late 18th century, costume & accessories, Waistcoat

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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