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Waistcoat

This is a Waistcoat. It is dated 1750–1800 and we acquired it in 1901. Its medium is silk and its technique is embroidery. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Clyde Fitch. It is credited Gift of Clyde Fitch.

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Waistcoat; silk; Gift of Clyde Fitch; 1901-7-2

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