Then a friend asked me about images of coifs, and in my search I came across a link to an early I fourteenth-century book of hours (British Library Stowe MS 17). One quick peek….. and now I can't leave it alone. There are so many delightful images, such lovely clothing details, so many questions begging for more research.
I'm especially interested in the outerwear portrayed in this manuscript. I can see myself trying to copy some of these styles. But first I have to work my way through that backlog of sewing….
It's a vicious circle -- but it's my problem and I love it!
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| F98r Good image of braies, and nice detail of fur cloak lining (note the tails) |
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| F64v Love the way this lady hikes up her skirt and shows off her boots |
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| F98v I've made a surcote similar to this one: arms stay warm when you pull them inside |
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| F97r He may not know much about riding but he wears a fine circular lined cape |
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| F100v A rough game -- the fellow in red is bleeding and tore his tunic in several places |
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| F106r I want to make a surcote like the one this lady is wearing |
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| F109r Some more surcotes, this time worn by monkeys -- or demons? |
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| 104v One of many images of musicians and dancers |
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| F59r Such a cute couple, and a nice back view of the short semi-detached sleeves |
Cool pics, Mom!
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