Trousers, 1810-1820
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American men began to replace knee-length breeches with long trousers for some activities in the early 1800s. This lightweight, open-legged pair would have been much cooler and provided more ease of movement than traditional breeches.
American men began to replace knee-length breeches with long trousers for some activities in the early 1800s. This lightweight, open-legged pair would have been much cooler and provided more ease of movement than traditional breeches.
Artifact
Trousers
Date Made
1810-1820
Creators
Unknown
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made in the United States or England.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
55.140.17
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Silk (Textile)
Cotton (Textile)
Color
Tan (Color)
Dimensions
Circumference: 32 in (Circumference of waist)
Inseam: 27.5 in
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