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Drummers mitre cap front used as a ladys pocket, 1760 circa (fabric)
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Drummers mitre cap front used as a ladys pocket, 1760 circa (fabric)
5922148 DrummerAs mitre cap front used as a ladyAs pocket, 1760 circa (fabric) by English School, (18th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: DrummerAs mitre cap front used as a ladyAs pocket, 1760 circa.
This pocket originally formed part of the woollen front section of a mitre cap, and is embroidered with emblems of the 70th Regiment of Foot. During the 18th century most women carried pockets, which served a similar purpose as a handbag does today. They were tied to the clothes of the wearer. By the late 18th century larger pockets were abandoned as they ruined the line of the dresses that were then becoming fashionable. They were quickly transformed into much smaller decorative bags known as ridicules, the predecessors of the modern handbag.); eNational Army Museum; English, out of copyright
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This print showcases a unique piece of fashion history - a Drummer's mitre cap front repurposed as a lady's pocket. Created around 1760, this fabric artifact is adorned with intricate embroidery depicting the emblems of the esteemed 70th Regiment of Foot. During the 18th century, pockets were an essential accessory for most women, serving as functional storage spaces similar to today's handbags. Tied to their clothing, these pockets allowed women to carry personal belongings and essentials wherever they went. However, as fashion trends evolved towards more streamlined silhouettes in the late 18th century, larger pockets fell out of favor due to their disruptive effect on dress lines. In response to this shift in style, larger pockets like this one were transformed into smaller decorative bags known as ridicules - precursors to modern-day handbags. This particular pocket-turned-ridicule exemplifies the ingenuity and adaptability of fashion during that era. Preserved by the National Army Museum in London, this remarkable relic offers us a glimpse into both military regalia and feminine attire from centuries past. Its delicate embroidery and historical significance make it not only an intriguing piece but also a testament to the ever-evolving nature of fashion throughout time.
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