The beloved husband of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert was perhaps one of the most distinguished gentlemen in Victorian Britain. Like many men of his time, Albert took a keen interest in perfecting his character and appearance to best match his position in society and, of course, fashion was the best way to do this.
Made between 1851-1861, this waistcoat was worn by the prince during the last decade of his life. The front of the garment has a made out of brown silk crepe and consists of a buttoned opening and welt pockets. The back of the waistcoat is made out of black cotton and has two ties, which can be used to alter the fit.
The most eye catching part of the design of a the blue embroidery, which decorates the lapels, pockets and front of the waistcoat, as well as the buttons. It is believed that the embroidery was hand-worked by Queen Victoria and Prince Albert’s third child, Princess Alice. Like her parents, Alice possessed a talent for art and is believed to have made several garments for her father, including a cloak which was later placed in Queen Victoria’s coffin.
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Such beautiful needlework by Princess Alice. Are there any images of Prince Albert wearing this waistcoat? Thank you for the lovely photos of it.