Dating to the 1940s, a cotton canvas hunting jacket.
Most hunting jackets are made from corduroy or cotton piqué, but this one is constructed from cotton canvas.
Fine examples in cotton canvas are genuinely uncommon in the hunting jacket category.
Unlike other fabrics, canvas can be worn with ease in daily use without concern for damage.
It carries all the hallmarks of French workwear: a generously rounded collar, horn buttons, and an A-line silhouette.
While horn buttons are standard, the top button has been replaced.
Four flap pockets are positioned throughout the garment.
Typically, the label appears on the interior chest pocket, but on this piece it is positioned at the neckline—a small detail that carries considerable character.
As a hunting jacket, it features a substantial game pocket on the back for carrying game.
The sizing runs somewhat small, making it well-suited for those of slighter build.
The patina characteristic of cotton canvas has evolved with a quality reminiscent of linen, creating a texture of considerable beauty.
The piece shows signs of genuine use, yet presents no significant damage that would compromise wear. This patina should be appreciated as an integral part of the vintage character—something no contemporary piece could achieve.
If this is what you have been seeking, the opportunity is here.
