Breeches
Date1765-1785
OriginAmerica or England
MediumWhite cotton and linen "dimity"; linen lining.
DimensionsWaist 30" (adjustable to 33"); inseam 17 3/8".
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1987-730
DescriptionKnee breeches made of white linen and cotton woven in a stripe effect, called "dimity". Buttoned waistband. Narrow fall front covers buttoned opening at front; pockets at each side are buttoned closed; small watch pocket at right front set into waistband. Legs open with 4 buttons above the narrow band designed for a buckle (now buttoned). Waistband, lined with white linen, has v-shaped opening at center back for lacing to fit. Rear is full and gathered into the waistband. Breeches are unlined, except for waistband and fall. Constructed with back stitches, with raw edges overcast or whipped. Linen sewing thread.
