Breeches
Date1820-1825
MediumLeather ("brain-tanned").
DimensionsOL: 33" Inseam: 22" Waist 31 1/2"
Credit LineMuseum Purchase
Object number1993-13,B
DescriptionLeather breeches to hunting suit with matching jacket. Breeches are of leather, probably deerskin, golden yellow in color. Breeches have center-front opening with three larger and 1 smaller leather-covered buttons. Two welt pockets sewn into waistband. Narrow fall front, buttoned at either side, with a center tab to button to waistband. Pockets in both sides, buttoned at side seams. Suspender buttons. Below-knee length, ending in band with double punched holes in knee bands and four buttons at each side for placket openings. Back center vent with two eyelets for adjustment; leather gusset in vent. Seat made to fit close to body, without extra fullness.ProvenanceSee 1993-13A
