Vest Collection (page 2)

Susan Shaw, model and actress, November 1972

Hiker on top of a rock enjoying the view of the Aletsch Glacier and alpine mountains with snow, Aletsch Glacier, Bettmerhorn, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Valais canton, Switzerland, Europe

Portrait with dedication and autograph of Alfredo Cuscin (1881-1955), Italian musician Milan. Date of Photograph:1927

Full-length portrait of the writer Octave Feuillet in day dress. Date of Photograph:1860 -1865 ca

Half-length portrait of the French playwright Edmond Gondinet. Date of Photograph:1872 -1885 ca

Comic postcard, Woman on the phone - reducing diet Date: 20th century

Man in new blue suit, pearl vest and white shirt, 1913
Man in new blue suit, pearl vest and white shirt, designed by Kriegck, with red-lined cape. Habit nouveau par Kriegck. Handcoloured pochoir (stencil)

Peter Stringfellow, owner of Cinderellas in Leeds in the 1970s and Stringfellows in London in the 1980s. Pictured in his London club Stringfellows in 1987. Picture taken 13th September 1987

Bare Knuckle Boxer: Donny "The Bull"Adams seen here in training. October 1975
Bare Knuckle Boxer: Donny " The Bull" Adams seen here in training. October 1975

Lillian Board all smiles despite coming third in her first mile race at the West London Stadium. 10th May 1970

Silver crochet vest top with skirt (Top Shop), December 1997

Manchester United footballer Mark Hughes poses in the Daily Mirror Studios, Manchester, 4th February 1986

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Footballer George Best celebrates his 26th birthday in Marbella, Spain where he announced his retirement from football May 1972

Johnny King, British boxer, 1938. Johnny King (1912-1963) fought a remarkable 225 times at flyweight and later, bantamweight, winning 149 times with 49 losses and 14 draws

Jack Doyle, Irish boxer, 1938. Nicknamed the Gorgeous Gael, Doyle (1913-1978) fought Jack Petersen for the British heavyweight title in 1933, but was disqualified for low punches

LONDON FASHION WEEK Abe Hamilton designer

George Best footballer in his hotel in Marbella Spain May1972

A contractor walks in a tunnel at the construction site at Karuma 600 megawatts hydroelectric power project under construction on River Nile, Uganda February 20, 2018

A statue of the Virgin Mary wears a yellow vest in a street in Nantes, France, December 10, 2018. REUTERS/Stephane Mahe TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

The Rubidus Brothers
Petri Damstén

Lifeboatman with cork life jacket, Victorian period Date: 19th century

Lunchtime brings a few minutes of rest... Douglas Aircraft Companys plant, Long Beach, Calif
Lunchtime brings a few minutes of rest for these women workers of the assembly line at Douglas Aircraft Companys plant, Long Beach, Calif

A noontime rest for a full-fledged... Long Beach, Calif. plant of Douglas Aircraft Company, 1942
A noontime rest for a full-fledged assembly worker at the Long Beach, Calif. plant of Douglas Aircraft Company. Nacelle parts for a heavy bomber form the background

Guide at Little Norway, Blue Mounds, Wis. 1942. Creator: Arthur Rothstein
Guide at Little Norway, Blue Mounds, Wisconsin

Figure, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Vera Van Voris
Figure, 1935/1942

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Able Tasman NP, Nelson, New Zealand. The many secluded golden beaches of the Able Tasman NP yield great locations for getting some sun, kayaking, or hiking. It is the sunniest location in NZ

Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lopez. They have two boys in the armed... Gloucester, Massachusetts, 1943. Creator: Gordon Parks
Gloucester, Massachusetts. Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lopez. They have two boys in the armed forces, six children altogether. He is a fish skinner in the Gorton-Pew fishery

Mr. Joseph Lopez, fifty-five-year-old fish skinner at the Gorton... Gloucester, Massachusetts
Gloucester, Massachusetts. Mr. Joseph Lopez, fifty-five-year-old fish skinner at the Gorton-Pew fisheries, was born in the Azores on St. Michael Island

English page boy, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul
FLO4572843 English page boy, Napoleonic era. Handcoloured lithograph by Leopold Massard from Le Bibliophile Jacob aka Paul Lacroixs Costumes Historique de la France (Historical Costumes of France)

Woman in striped linen dress and vest in soft ribbed silk or faille, hat with cockade
5893039 Woman in striped linen dress and vest in soft ribbed silk or faille, hat with cockade. She writes love with her cane in the sand. Robe de linon raye avec petite veste de faille souple

Man in new blue suit, pearl vest and white shirt, 1913 (stencil)
5893030 Man in new blue suit, pearl vest and white shirt, 1913 (stencil) by Martin, Charles (1884-1934); (add.info.: Man in new blue suit, pearl vest and white shirt, designed by Kriegck)

A Javan man in war dress
6339126 A Javan man in war dress by Vangauberghe, A. (19th century); (add.info.: A Javan man in war dress. Man in chelana (pantaloons), sikapan (jacket), kotan and sangsang (vests), ang ger (belt)

Beaded attire of the Orang Ulu tribe, Sarawak, Malaysia (mixed media)
LIT389551 Beaded attire of the Orang Ulu tribe, Sarawak, Malaysia (mixed media) by Malaysian School; (add.info.: Orang Ulu)

Moorish merchant with tobacco pipe, Algeria
6339062 Moorish merchant with tobacco pipe, Algeria by Doms (18th-19th century); (add.info.: Moorish merchant with tobacco pipe, Algeria)

Study for "Roberto"No. 1, 1946 (India ink, graphite, pink & white wash over charcoal)
880430 Study for " Roberto" No. 1, 1946 (India ink, graphite, pink & white wash over charcoal) by Kuhn, Walt (1880-1949); Minneapolis Institute of Arts, MN, USA; (add.info.: 24 x 8in)

T. Jeffersons Vest, c. 1936. Creator: Syrena Swanson
T. Jeffersons Vest, c. 1936

Money Vest, 1935 / 1942. Creator: John Thorsen
Money Vest, 1935/1942

Vest Material, c. 1936. Creator: Robert Stewart
Vest Material, c. 1936

Vest, c. 1940. Creator: Alvin Shiren
Vest, c. 1940

Quilted Silk Vest, c. 1942. Creator: Clarence Secor
Quilted Silk Vest, c. 1942

Wedding Vest, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Edna C. Rex
Wedding Vest, 1935/1942

Wedding Vest, c. 1938. Creator: Edna C. Rex
Wedding Vest, c. 1938

Jersey for the Milwaukee Bucks worn and signed by Kareem Abdul-Jabar, 1973-1975
African-American sportsman Kareem Abdul-Jabbar (born 1947) played 20 seasons for the Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Lakers basketball teams

Portrait of Richard Crofts of West Harling, Norfolk (oil on canvas)
CH377707 Portrait of Richard Crofts of West Harling, Norfolk (oil on canvas) by Reynolds, Joshua (1723-92); Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; English, out of copyright

Waistcoat with floral pattern, 1855 (wool)
HMP409871 Waistcoat with floral pattern, 1855 (wool) by English School, (19th century); Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

Waistcoat with dark green and white horizontal stripes, c. 1800-50 (silk & wool)
HMP409869 Waistcoat with dark green and white horizontal stripes, c.1800-50 (silk & wool) by European School, (19th century); Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

Waistcoat in cream, beige and orange with woven velvet and brocade, c. 1850 (silk)
HMP409863 Waistcoat in cream, beige and orange with woven velvet and brocade, c.1850 (silk) by English School, (19th century); Harris Museum and Art Gallery, Preston, Lancashire

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"Unveiling the Versatile Vest: From Arthur Ashe to Freddie Mercury, a Closer Look at Iconic Figures Sporting this Timeless Piece" In the world of fashion, few garments have stood the test of time quite like the vest. Whether it's on the tennis court or in a rock concert, this versatile piece has adorned some of history's most influential figures. Take Arthur Ashe, for example. The American tennis player who triumphed over Jimmy Connors in the Wimbledon men's singles final in 1975 showcased his athletic prowess while donning a sleek vest. As he gracefully moved across the grass courts, Ashe proved that style and performance can go hand in hand. Speaking of style icons, no discussion would be complete without mentioning Freddie Mercury – lead singer of British rock group Queen. Known for his flamboyant stage presence and captivating voice, Mercury often sported an eccentric vest as part of his iconic ensemble. With each electrifying performance, he demonstrated how a simple garment could elevate one's presence to legendary status. But vests aren't limited to sports and music; they have also made their mark in other realms. Take Ted Williams, an American baseball player turned pilot during World War II. Captured inside the cockpit of a Grumman F9F-6 Panther fighter plane, Williams exuded confidence and determination while wearing his trusty vest – symbolizing both bravery on the field and courage in combat. Meanwhile, Ted "Kid" Lewis displayed another side to vests as he stepped into boxing rings with unparalleled tenacity. This Scottish boxer from 1938 knew that every punch thrown was enhanced by his tailored vest – serving as armor against opponents' blows while showcasing his unwavering dedication to victory. Beyond athletics lies artistry; Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec embodied this notion perfectly when posing for a photographic double portrait as both model and painter himself.