Chest = 38"

Shoulder to hem = 16"

This is a fabulous and rare piece of mens clothing history dating from the Regency period, c 1805 - 1810.

•  This piece is an under-waistcoat or vest. It would be worn with a larger plain waistcoat/vest over it, so only the decorative collar & lapels are on show.
•  The under-waistcoat is in a plain medium-weight cotton fabric, now cream but probably originally white. The collar, lapels and the centre front are in a decorative deep red fabric with a small floral design.
•  It fastens at centre front with 5 small buttons, each covered in the red fabric. The front is shaped at the hemline, going into a V-shape, whilst the back hemline is straight.
•  It is entirely hand-stitched. There appears to have been a period alteration made at each front, with small gussets fitted probably for ease of fit. Both gussets are frayed and show signs of darning/repairs. There is also a small area at the inside back neck which has frayed and shows signs of period repair.
•  Overall, this item is in Excellent and strong condition considering it is now passed its 200th year! - a rare survivor!

A fantastic and rare piece for the collector - and a more than interesting decorative conversation piece!

 Ref : A/12   Price : US $400.00     FREE SHIPPING!   sales@artizania.co.uk