Waistcoat
1991 (made)
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| 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
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| 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. |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | T.45-1992 |
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| Record created | January 19, 2011 |
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