Egyptian Man's Vest
Collection: Everyday Connections
Object Category: Traditional Clothing and Adornment
Object Type: Vests
Country: Egypt
Continent: Africa
Geographic Region: Northern Africa
Materials: Cotton, Embroidery
width: 23.5 in;
height: 24 in;
depth: .5 in
This is an Egyptian man's vest. As part of a traditional outfit, Egyptian men commonly wear vests, called "sidari," over the long "galabiya" gown and under the "jubba," or over-robe. The embroidery is cross-stitch.
Source:
https://marga-mends.com/gallery/egyptian-galabiya-to-convertible-shirt