A transitional style seen from the late 14th C. through the end of the 15th C., split hose are made of separate legs cut from bias cut woven wool. This style affords much more coverage over the hip and buttocks than chausses.
This style of hose are often seen on soldiers and working people. Excellent examples may be seen in 'Martyrdom of St Erasmus' by Dieric Bouts (c. 1458), 'Battle between Heraclius and Chosroes' by Piero della Francesca (c. 1460), 'St Roch' by Carlo Crivelli (c. 1470) and this illumination by Robinet Testard. (Master of Charles of Angoulême, fl 1475–1523).
The legs are open from front to back through the crotch. These is no codpiece, so the shirt and/or braies can be seen in the gap. Legs have a seam running the entire rear length, are lined with linen to mid-thigh, and have a full foot. Thread eyelets located on the upper edge point the hose to a doublet or pourpoint.
PRODUCTION NOTE
WE DO NOT STOCK INVENTORY ON THIS GARMENT. This garment is Made to Order in your choice of colours. We can advise on colour suitability for various reenactment groups.
- These hose WILL NOT stay up without support
- No visible machine stitching.
- Hand work is available at additional charge, please enquire when you place your order.
- Available in waist sizes 32" - 42"
- We cannot accomodate waist sizes larger than 42"
- Custom/Made to measure garments are individually made and custom sized using the measurements you provide.
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- Please measure carefully, made to measure garments can not be returned.
- Please allow 8 weeks for production plus adequate shipping time for your made to order garment.
Model shown at left is wearing Apple Red.
