Male fashion doll, ca. 1812
Contributed by Maine Historical Society
Item 48242
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The male doll shows the fashions of the early decades of the nineteenth century -- a velvet top hat, wool cut-away coat, slim breeches and high leather boots.
Fashion dolls helped people in Europe and America in areas remote from fashion centers learn about the latest styles.
Other Information
- Title: Male fashion doll, ca. 1812
- Creation Date: circa 1812
- Subject Date: circa 1812
- Media: Wool, wood, velvet
- Dimensions (cm): 25.5 x
- Local Code: 4270*g
- Object Type: Physical Object
For more information about this item, contact:
Maine Historical Society
489 Congress Street, Portland, ME 04101
(207) 774-1822
http://www.mainehistory.org
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LC Subject Headings
Fashion
Clothing & dress--1810-1820
United States--History--1783-1815
Toys
Fashion dolls
Men--Clothing
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