Black Gold Striped Silk Formal Waistcoat

Victorian Early / Crinoline · 1840s · European

A formal men's waistcoat featuring bold diagonal stripes in alternating black and metallic gold with burgundy accents. The garment displays precise tailoring with a deep V-neck opening, fitted silhouette that would sit close to the torso, and pointed front panels typical of mid-19th century menswear. The striped pattern runs diagonally across the entire front, creating dynamic visual movement. The waistcoat appears to have a silk lining visible at the edges and would have been worn as part of formal evening dress, fastening with buttons or studs down the front opening.