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Modesty vest

Modesty vest
 (c. 1910)

Medium
silk, cotton, pearl buttons, metal (fastenings)
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
The Schofield Collection. Purchased with the assistance of a special grant from the Government of Victoria, 1974
Reproduction requests
Gallery location
Not on display

Artwork Details

Medium
silk, cotton, pearl buttons, metal (fastenings)
Measurements
50.0 cm (centre back) 40.2 cm (width)
Accession Number
D514-1974
Department
International Fashion and Textiles
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
The Schofield Collection. Purchased with the assistance of a special grant from the Government of Victoria, 1974
Reproduction requests
Gallery location
Not on display

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