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
Creators
Unknown
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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