Three Men's 19th Century Waistcoats/Vests, 1840-1860

This lot includes three men's waistcoats; two cotton prints and one embroidered silk.

THE FIRST
Purple silk satin with purple, orange, and green floral embroidery, shawl collar, and front button closure.
Label (likely name of wearer): Money-Kyrle
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: WAM.051.1850

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 11"
Chest: 38"
Waist: 31"
Length (underarm to hem): 9"

THE SECOND
White cotton double breast vest with purple floral print, shawl collar, and linen back.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: WAM.053.1840

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 14.5"
Chest: 39"
Waist: 36"
Length (underarm to hem): 10.5"

THE THIRD
Brown cotton with blue and red floral print men's vest with shawl collar, waist pockets and front button closure.
Unlabeled
Mary D. Doering Archive No.: WAM.056.1840-60

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 11.5"
Chest: 36"
Waist: 32"
Length (underarm to hem): 10"

Property of Mary D. Doering, Falls Church, Virginia