"Raintree County" John Shawnessy's (Montgomery Clift) Vest

Description

Own a piece of classic Hollywood history with John Shawnessy’s vest from Raintree County (1957), made for legendary actor Montgomery Clift in this epic period drama produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. This gray and cream vest features a plaid, waffle-patterned fabric on the obverse and a cream satin lining on the reverse, reflecting the high-quality craftsmanship of MGM’s costume department. The vest includes a button-front closure on the obverse and two functional pockets on each side, combining authenticity with refined period styling.

The interior bears a Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer tag with handwritten notation: “MONTY CLIFT / 1692 5078”, verifying its provenance as a genuine production-worn garment. As worn by Clift, this vest captures the elegance and intensity of his character, making it a standout collectible for fans of classic cinema, period costumes, and screen-used clothing from Hollywood’s Golden Age.

Planet Hollywood Certificate of Authenticity

Mannequin not included

Condition

Pinholes throughout reverse. Interior of each panel is stained yellow throughout.

Item Dimensions

23.25" high x 17" wide x 1" deep

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