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Entirely machine-stitched pants with hand-stitched finishing made of heavy black cassimere. Lined with blue and white striped ticking. Wide fall front with 5 buttonholes. 3-button closure. 4 buttons total for braces. Buttons are stained bone. Angled welt pockets. No watch pocket. High double-pointed back waist with no gusset or strap. Tubular legs with no foot straps, shaped to lie over the foot. Top stitching and buttonholes are not finely worked, suggesting ready-to-wear or a less gifted tailor.
G2009.030
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
Adult, Male
Historic Costume
Pants
Male
Wool
Linen
Black
1855 - 1865
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