[Porter, Cole. (1891–1964)]
His Custom Made Knize Waistcoat
One of Cole Porter's personally owned and worn waistcoats. Made for him by Knize, New York, with a blue botanical pattern printed on cotton whipcord fabric. Bears one row of three holes for desired buttons, and a label sewn into the waist with Porter's name typed onto it and dated July 6, 1954. In fine condition. At this time, Porter was in between two hit shows, Can-Can and Silk Stockings, which ran for a combined 1369 shows. Provenance: From the collection Madeleine P. Smith, secretary to Cole Porter. Measures, flat, 19 x 17.5 inches. (7401)Ephemera Song