Nankeen Breeches, 1800-1825
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Though long trousers became common American menswear in the first quarter of the nineteenth century, knee-length breeches remained fashionable for dressy occasions. This pair - made of a pale yellowish cloth called nankeen because of its origins in Nanjing, China - reflects turn-of-the-century expansion in global trade.
Though long trousers became common American menswear in the first quarter of the nineteenth century, knee-length breeches remained fashionable for dressy occasions. This pair - made of a pale yellowish cloth called nankeen because of its origins in Nanjing, China - reflects turn-of-the-century expansion in global trade.
Artifact
Breeches (Trousers)
Date Made
1800-1825
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
55.140.16
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cotton (Textile)
Linen (Material)
Color
Tan (Color)
Dimensions
Circumference: 30 in (Circumference of waist)
Inseam: 18 in
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