Second half of C15th. Man: demi-gown with hanging sleeves

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Second half of C15th. Man: demi-gown with hanging sleeves

Second half of C15th. Man: demi-gown with hanging sleeves. Women: kirtle & short gown or ermine trimmed gown. Headdresses: butterfly & a hood-like one with an under-cap Date: 15th century

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Butterfly Demi Ermine Gown Half Hanging Headdress Headdresses Hood Kirtle Sleeves Trimmed Veil 15th Short

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In this evocative image from the second half of the 15th century, two figures, dressed in the fashion of the time, captivate our attention. The man on the left wears a demi-gown, an outfit that was becoming increasingly popular among men during this period. His gown features voluminous hanging sleeves that add a sense of grandeur and elegance to his attire. The demi-gown is often seen as a transitional piece between the traditional houppelandes, which were worn throughout the 14th and early 15th centuries, and the more streamlined fashions that would emerge in the late 15th and 16th centuries. The woman on the right is adorned in two distinct garments. The outer layer is a short, ermine-trimmed gown, which adds a luxurious and regal touch to her appearance. The ermine fur was a symbol of wealth and status, and its use in clothing was reserved for the nobility and those of high rank. Beneath the ermine gown, she wears a kirtle, a fitted undergarment that provided structure and shape to her silhouette. Both figures complete their ensembles with intricately designed headdresses. The man's headdress is a butterfly design, which was popular in the late 15th century. The woman's headdress is a hood-like one, which is adorned with an under-cap. These headdresses were not only functional, as they provided protection from the elements, but also served as a means of self-expression and a reflection of the wearer's social standing. This image offers a glimpse into the rich and intricate world of medieval fashion, where clothing was not only a means of protection but also a powerful tool for self-expression and the display of wealth and status. The demi-gown with hanging sleeves, the ermine-trimmed gown, and the elaborate headdresses are all testament to the creativity and craftsmanship of the artisans of the time, and serve as a reminder of the enduring allure of the medieval period.

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