Boy's Suit
1870-1879 (made)
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Trousers had replaced breeches for boys in the 18th century, and derived from those worn by working men such soldiers, sailors, fishermen and farm labourers. Trousers were looser fitting and wider in the leg than breeches, and more practical and comfortable for those who led an active life. The fashion for shorter trousers like these came to Britain from the United States in the 1860s, as part of a suit with a variety of styles of jacket.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts. (Some alternative part names are also shown below)
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| Materials and techniques | Flannel, grosgrain and twill, with cut steel buttons |
| Brief description | Boy's blue flannel suit made for Hyam & Co in England between 1870 and 1879 |
| Physical description | Boy's outfit |
| Credit line | Given by John Tayleur, through His Hon. Judge D. E. Peck |
| Object history | Possibly worn by the donor, John Tayleur, as a child |
| Summary | Trousers had replaced breeches for boys in the 18th century, and derived from those worn by working men such soldiers, sailors, fishermen and farm labourers. Trousers were looser fitting and wider in the leg than breeches, and more practical and comfortable for those who led an active life. The fashion for shorter trousers like these came to Britain from the United States in the 1860s, as part of a suit with a variety of styles of jacket. |
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| Accession number | MISC.227:1, 2-1979 |
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| Record created | February 25, 2004 |
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