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Waistcoat

1991 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Classic menswear is given the distinctive Workers for Freedom decorative treatment. Surfaces that are normally plain feature ornate flourishes. The design duo produce smart but easy-to-wear separates that offer flexibility for an adventurous clientele. The jacket and shirt are embroidered with subtle, self-coloured floral patterns, whereas the waistcoat has eye-catching, bold applique swirls.

Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Embroidered and appliqué linen
Brief description
Linen waistcoat with embroidery and appliqué, Workers for Freedom, Great Britain, Spring/summer 1991.
Physical description
Waistcoat of green linen with white embroidery and appliqué.
Credit line
Given by the designer
Object history
Registered File number 1991/2452.
Production
Spring/summer 1991 collection.
Summary
Classic menswear is given the distinctive Workers for Freedom decorative treatment. Surfaces that are normally plain feature ornate flourishes. The design duo produce smart but easy-to-wear separates that offer flexibility for an adventurous clientele. The jacket and shirt are embroidered with subtle, self-coloured floral patterns, whereas the waistcoat has eye-catching, bold applique swirls.
Associated objects
Collection
Accession number
T.45-1992

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Record createdJanuary 19, 2011
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