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The early years of the 15th C. fall into the no-man’s land between Crecy and the Wars of the Roses. Stylistically distinct from either, this doublet draws on images of the period to represent the years 1415-1440, and is a perfect foundation for gowns and other overgarments.
Cut with a slightly raised waist, long fitted peplum, and full chest, the peplum is laced closed, drawing it close to the body and yielding the “lightbulb” shape typical to the period. The chest closes with pairs of points. The body is balanced by sleeves cut generously through the elbow, yet tapers elegantly to fit the lower arm, where the wrist closes with small buttons. May be worn with split or full hose which attach to the doublet with points.
Exemplars of this style may be found in Le Livre du Chausse (BnF Français 616, 1407) and Fiore del Libere (1410), with other excellent examples found in Bocaccio's Decameron (Bibliotheque de l'Arsenal, Paris, Ms. 5070) and Froissart's 'Chroniques' (MS Fr. 2642, c1410-15) A detailed pen and ink study by Antonio Pisanello of a man wearing this style of doublet can be found in the National Galleries of Scotland (Acc. No. D 722, 1434 - 1438, detail at right)
Available in wool or linen, fully lined in our signature oatmeal linen.
PRODUCTION NOTE:
WE DO NOT STOCK INVENTORY ON THIS GARMENT. This garment is Made to Order in your choice of fabrics (wool or linen) and your choice of colours. We can advise on fabric/colour suitability for various reenactment groups. Sizing will be adjusted to your measurements to achieve the look pictured as closely as possible.
Please order carefully, as this garment is not returnable.
This product was added to our catalog on Monday 19 January, 2009.