{"product_id":"early-20th-c-french-antique-indigo-linen-smock-biaude-9","title":"［Early 20th C］French Antique Indigo Linen Smock \"Biaude\"","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn indigo linen smock, estimated to date from the early twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA special arrival.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany seek out items crafted from indigo linen—the king of French antiques—and this piece represents exactly that sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis specimen closes with hooks at the front, rather than buttons, a distinction worth noting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fabric itself differs subtly from more commonly circulating indigo linen smocks. Here, fine threads rich in oil content—known as fil d'Écosse—have been dyed indigo and then coated with egg white, a technique that sets it apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe result is a lustre more pronounced than typical indigo linen smocks, with a colour that possesses considerable depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe colour remains saturated, suggesting minimal wear. What lies ahead is the privilege of watching this piece develop with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThat characteristic suppleness of indigo linen—the gentle movement of the cloth—remains as essential and singular as ever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFine gathers at the collar and cuffs speak to its age, as expected of pieces from this era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThough these smocks were originally cut generously, this example runs relatively small in the shoulders and body. The shorter sleeve length makes it better suited to town wear.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are minor holes and repairs, yet considering the age, the condition is notably clean. This should appeal equally to those seeking well-preserved examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmong indigo linen smocks, this is a rare example. Should you have been searching for such a piece, this may be your moment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieux et nouveau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42283725684914,"sku":"T0113","price":79800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/products\/3FA7E8C6-B223-4A98-AC76-3810C7356C42-16240-00000326D1902EEA.jpg?v=1660951317","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/early-20th-century-french-antique-indigo-linen-smock-1","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}