Straight cut medieval shirt, made of authentic solid cream cotton. Superb period clothing stuff.

The Charles de Blois Pourpoint stands as one of the most celebrated garments of medieval Europe - a rare surviving example of 14th-century tailoring mastery. The original, attributed to Charles I, Duke of Brittany (Charles de Blois, 1319-1364) preserved today at the Musée des Tissus in Lyon, France.   Our reproduction pays tribute to this extraordinary garment, blending historical fidelity with modern comfort. Designed in the distinctive "grande assiette" sleeve style, the pattern merges shoulder and upper arm into a single curved piece, creating unmatched mobility, a revolutionary innovation for its time and a defining feature of 14th-century tailoring.   The pourpoint's front fastening has fabric-covered buttons, for both aesthetic elegance and functional precision. The entire piece is fully lined in sturdy cotton canvas, for internal structure and durability...