Medieval Dress, Surcot Andra, Dark Blue

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Medieval dress / sleeveless surcoat andra, dark blue

This loose-fitting, floor-length overdress is made of sturdy cotton fabric ( canvas ). The solid canvas fabric makes the medieval dress robust and heavy, making it particularly suitable for spring and autumn. The hem, armholes and neckline are covered with a fine cotton fabric. The armholes are very generously cut and end at hip level. From the hip, so-called geren (wedge-shaped pieces of fabric) are inserted at the sides, which give the hem sufficient width. This overdress is an authentic reconstruction of a 14th century overdress and was worn by lower-class women.

The surcot, originally worn by men, was a long dress for women that was popular from the 13th century onwards. As the name suggests, it was worn over the hut. To give the skirt sufficient width, it was common to use wedges of fabric at the sides. A special form was the sleeveless surcot (also called suckenie ), which was very popular with women of all social classes. At first the armholes were cut normally, but over time they became wider and eventually reached down to the hips. This did not please the church at all, hence probably the name hell window or devil's window for these large armholes. Under the sleeveless surcot, frau wore a long-sleeved chemise.

Numerous representations of the surcot can be found in manuscripts of the period, for example in the manuscript roman de la rose from 1348 or in the speculum humanose salvationis from 1360 (sheet 37).

Details:
- Available sizes: s/m, l/xl, xxl
- Color: black-blue (also available: brown, red)
- Material: 100% cotton
- Total length for size: em: approx 150 cm (measured at the highest point of the shoulder)
- Care instructions: machine wash 40°c, gentle cycle, do not tumble dry