The cotte-hardie appears around 1335 and gradually disappears towards the end of the 14th century. Its name survives until the middle of the 15th century, but by then it was probably a different garment.
It is a garment fitted on the bust that flares out from the hips.
The length is usually mid-thigh, but slightly longer versions reaching the knee are found. It is buttoned at the front and on the forearms.
The exact name of this garment is not really known.
The term cotte-hardie is often used today to designate it, although it is not known exactly what it refers to in the sources. It is not known for certain whether it was a garment worn over a shirt or a surcoat worn over a tunic.
Sources:
- Speculum historiale, NAF 15941 Folio 82v, 1370-1380
- Speculum Humanae Salvationis, Germany, c. 1360
- Roman d’Alexandre
Prices given for a 16-button version (8 on the front and 4 per sleeve by default, but a different combination is possible on request), and a mid-thigh length (< 95 cm).
The garment is lined with fine natural-coloured linen.
By default the metal buttons are the brass T1 (unless otherwise indicated in the comment when validating your cart).
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