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New Invented - Elastic Breeches, pub. 1784 (hand coloured engraving)
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New Invented - Elastic Breeches, pub. 1784 (hand coloured engraving)
2962505 New Invented - Elastic Breeches, pub. 1784 (hand coloured engraving) by Nixon, John (1750-1818) (after); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; British, out of copyright
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© The Stapleton Collection / Bridgeman Images
Assistants Breeches Heaving Mob Cap Stout Womna Short Trousers
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This hand-coloured engraving, titled "New Invented - Elastic Breeches" takes us back to the year 1784. The image showcases a bustling interior scene where a stout man stands surrounded by his heaving assistants. They are all engrossed in examining and discussing the latest invention in fashion – elastic spring breeches. The man, presumably a skilled breech maker, proudly presents his revolutionary creation to the eager onlookers. These new design short trousers boast an innovative elastic feature that promises both comfort and style. The engraving vividly captures the intricate details of this ground-breaking garment. Intriguingly, amidst the predominantly male crowd, we notice a woman wearing a mob cap observing with great interest. Perhaps she is involved in the production process or simply fascinated by this remarkable invention breaking gender norms. The artist's attention to detail is evident as every fold and crease of these skin-tight breeches is meticulously depicted. This print offers us a glimpse into an era when fashion was not only about aesthetics but also about functionality and innovation. Preserved within a private collection known as The Stapleton Collection, this historical artwork serves as a testament to human creativity and ingenuity throughout time. As we admire this engraving from British artist John Nixon (1750-1818), let it remind us of how even centuries ago, individuals strived for progress through their inventions – shaping our world one idea at a time.
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