Boy's Shirt and Breeches, circa 1880
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This young boy's blouse waist and breeches are comfortable and casual -- allowing the boy to move freely. The blouse, or shirt, buttoned to the breeches along the waistline to help keep it tucked in. The flannel blouse and sturdy denim breeches are hand sewn and were probably made at home. Older boys wore long trousers instead of breeches.
This young boy's blouse waist and breeches are comfortable and casual -- allowing the boy to move freely. The blouse, or shirt, buttoned to the breeches along the waistline to help keep it tucked in. The flannel blouse and sturdy denim breeches are hand sewn and were probably made at home. Older boys wore long trousers instead of breeches.
Artifact
Suit (Main garment)
Date Made
circa 1880
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
76.104.9
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Flannel
Denim
Cotton (Textile)
Technique
Hand sewing
Homemade
Dimensions
Length: 10 in (Shirt - total length)
Width: 12 in (Shirt - bust)
Length: 7 in (Pants - inseam)
Length: 14 in (Pants - total length)
Width: 10.5 in (Pants - waist)
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