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2023.24
Title
Aquascutum Climbing Smock
Date(s)
- undated [1950-1959] (Creation)
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1
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Scope and content
Long-sleeved pullover smock made from orange cotton fabric, featuring a hood and a chest opening secured by six buttons. The cuffs are adjustable, with two buttons and extended tab fastening. A large concealed horizontal zip pocket is positioned at the upper front. The hem is higher at the front than the back and includes a drawstring. The smock is unlined.
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Labels: By Appointment / To H.M, Queen Elizabeth the Queen Mother / Makers of Weatherproof Garments / Aquascutum / Regent Street London W.1. / Made in England
Materials: Cotton
Measurements: 64cm [Chest]; 71cm [Length]
Details: Long sleeves; drawstring waist
Physical Condition: Good - slight staining to left shoulder
Name
Date
81299 M
Fabric Composition:
67% POLYESTER - 33% COTTON
67% SYNTHETICS - 33% COTON
67% POLIESTERE - 33% COTONE
67% POLIESTER - 33% ALGODON
67% POLYESTER - 33% KATOEN
Care Instructions:
DRY CLEAN ONLY ℗
NIET CHEMISCH REINIGEN
NETTOYAGE À SEC SEULEMENT
LAVATURA A SECCO SOLAMENTE
LIMPIEZA EN SECO SOLAMENTE
ALLEEN CHEMISCH REINIGEN
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The smock was given to the donor's father on his retirement from the Outward Bound Trust at Eskdale, Lake District, where he worked for 30 years.