Waistcoat

1825-1875

Place madeUnited States, North America

Silk, satin, cotton

Overall: 24 x 16 in. ( 61 x 40.6 cm )

Gift of Reginald W. Rives

1941.232

This waistcoat belonged to Francis Robert Rives, Esq., father of the donor. Mr. Rives was the Secretary of the Legation in London from 1842 to 1844, a post appointed by President John Tyler.

DescriptionWaistcoat with black silk front panels; small rolled collar develops into the long ovoid lapels; five silk covered buttons over the stomach area; brown floral embroidery on lapels, along garment opening and base; rectangular pockets at the waist; satin back panel with ribbon cinch above a satin belt with double prong metal buckle cinch closure; natural cotton lining.

ClassificationsCLOTHING AND FASHION