Viking Scarf, Twill Tape with Diamonds, 7 m Long, in Various Colors

Viking Scarf, Twill Tape with Diamonds, 7 m Long, in Various Colours FARBE braun/natur

Buy Viking Scarf, Twill Tape with Diamonds, 7 m Long, in Various Colors

7m Diamond Twill Tape Calf Wrap Assorted Colors

This 7m long piece of cotton ribbon in diamond twill weave was woven on an extra narrow loom and therefore has particularly beautiful selves. It is 10cm wide and can be used as a calf wrap, belt or decorative border. The 7m of ribbon is enough for a pair of calf wraps.

Bibs with woven motifs were very popular throughout the Middle Ages and even before. They were status symbols and were sometimes very elaborately made. The edges, usually made using a board weaving method, adorned the outer garment at the hems and necklines. Calf wraps (leg wraps, cross leggings) were also made on narrow looms. They were an integral part of Germanic clothing and were worn on the foot. They were wrapped over the trousers to below the knee and served as a substitute for socks. They not only kept you warm, but also protected your legs from injury. Both men and women wore calf wraps.

The characteristic of diamond bodies (also called diamond bodies ) is the small pattern of the offset diamonds. This bonding is particularly noticeable when two different colors are used in the warp and weft. The weave makes the fabric stretchy, making diamond twill calves especially easy to put on.

This type of binding was often used, for example with the Thorsberg trousers (3rd century) or the Birka apron, grave 973 (9th-10th century).

Details:
- Material: 100% cotton
- Dimensions: approx. 700 cm long, 10 cm wide
- Available colors: brown/natural, green/light green
- Care instructions: We recommend hand washing.

As authentic as possible, as modern as necessary!
This textile item is part of the Battle-Merchant collection of historical and medieval clothing for men, women and children. From the first drawing to the last stitch, this garment was planned, designed and made with real craftsmanship and with special attention to detail. When it comes to our clothing, we base ourselves more or less exactly on their historical models, burial finds or museum pieces, if they exist. We keep changes to a minimum, for example to adapt to current sizes and working methods. See for yourself!