Trousers

Overalls to keep fine snow out of inner woollen clothing. Belonging to Captain F. L. McClintock (1817-1907). They are hand sewn with a draw string at the waist, with a fly front closed by two horn buttons (one missing). The overalls also have patch pockets.

Object Details

ID: AAA3986
Collection: Polar Equipment and Relics
Type: Trousers
Display location: Display - Polar Worlds Gallery
Events: Arctic Exploration: Franklin Search Expedition, McClintock, 1857-1859
Date made: circa 1857
Exhibition: North-West Passage
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 915mm x 525mm