Pair of Trousers
19th century (made)
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| Place of origin |
This pair of trousers would have been worn as an undergarment under a robe, and both Chinese men and women would have worn these under their robes or skirts. Not only did such an undergarment provide an additional form of covering for the body, it also functioned to protect the modesty of the wearer.
Object details
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| Materials and techniques | Woven silk with drawstring waist |
| Brief description | Pair of trousers, woven silk with drawstring waist, China, 19th century |
| Physical description | Pair of trousers in light blue silk, drawstring waist. |
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| Credit line | Given by Jill Proctor |
| Summary | This pair of trousers would have been worn as an undergarment under a robe, and both Chinese men and women would have worn these under their robes or skirts. Not only did such an undergarment provide an additional form of covering for the body, it also functioned to protect the modesty of the wearer. |
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| Accession number | FE.403-2007 |
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| Record created | July 3, 2008 |
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