Vest

NameVest

CultureAlbanian

Datefirst quarter 20th century

Place madeAlbania, Europe

Mediumwool, silk, metal

DimensionsLength at CB: 14 1/2 in. (36.8 cm)

Credit LineGift of Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, 2019; Gift of Theodora Wilbour, 1932

Object numberA.2021.8.15

Collections

Europe

DescriptionCream worsted weave and satin; gold metallic braid; overall applied silver metallic cord, foliate, scroll, geometric, and figural pattern, stylized figure with upraised arms on back; silver ball buttons; semi-fitted; waist-length; rounded armholes; round neck; shawl collar, buttons at edges; applied braid at all openings; satin lining