Knee breeches belonged to the male folk costume in the 18th century.
Knee breeches belonged to the male folk costume in the 18th century. They were made of chamois, wadmal, broadcloth or linen. They were fastened with brooches or buttons, the number and material of which determined the value of the garmet. This late-18th century bridegroom's costume from Parkano consisted of breeches, a shirt richly pleated at the cuffs, and a red waistcoat and cap.
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