Roman rectangular linen tunic. Entirely hand-sewn using locally-sourced linen thread in a double running-stitch and the seams are flat-felled in the Roman fashion and secured with an overcast stitch.
This tunic features a neck knot in the rear which is intended to take up the extra space in the neckline, which when let down, allows the top of the tunic to be dropped off one shoulder. This is seen in many examples of period Roman artwork and whether it was a specifically working fashion for civilians and Legionaries, or was worn concurrently alongside fitted necklines, we do not know. Examples in original art are as seen in Graham Sumner's publication, "Roman Military Dress".
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Roman rectangular linen tunic, made from 100% linen in a 'rust' color plain weave, supplied by the buyer. Entirely hand-sewn using locally-sourced linen thread in a double running-stitch and the seams are flat-felled in the Roman fashion and secured with an overcast stitch.
This would be a rich man's tunic, as linen has been historically notoriously difficult to dye and hold certain colors, meaning such a richly-dyed and finely-woven tunic would certainly have been worn be a well-to-do member of Roman society. Rather than hemming the bottom, I opted to keep the gorgeous selvedge that was present. Not only does this expedite the manufacturing process, but also allows the bottom edge to flow and fold more gracefully when worn, rather than one that is stiffened with stitching from bearing a sewn hem. Custom Medieval-style "pillbox" hat, based off extant finds from Leens, Netherlands and Haithabu, Germany. Made from handwoven 2/2 wool twill, entirely hand-sewn using locally-sourced hand-spun linen thread.
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