Boy's Bathing Suit, circa 1885
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Boys going swimming in the late 19th century often wore nothing at all -- unless in the presence of girls. When clothing was required, a one-piece cotton swimsuit like this was typical. This suit is a rare survival. Such ordinary clothing was not considered important enough to keep and often did not last.
Boys going swimming in the late 19th century often wore nothing at all -- unless in the presence of girls. When clothing was required, a one-piece cotton swimsuit like this was typical. This suit is a rare survival. Such ordinary clothing was not considered important enough to keep and often did not last.
Artifact
Bathing suit
Date Made
circa 1885
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
81.110.2
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cotton (Textile)
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