{"product_id":"late-19th-c-french-army-of-africa-cotton-linen-coronial-shirt-dead-stock","title":"［Late 19th C］French Army of Africa Cotton Linen Coronial Shirt \"Dead Stock\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstimated late 19th century, a French Army (Army of Africa) cotton linen colonial shirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn exceptionally rare piece has arrived in stock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoreover, it arrives as deadstock, adding further scarcity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong the many items from French Army, this represents a special piece from the rarely encountered \"Army of Africa.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe \"Army of Africa\" refers to French Army units stationed in French North Africa (AFN—Algeria, Morocco, Tunisia) from 1830 until the conclusion of the Algerian War in 1962, spanning the colonial period preceding World War I.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the colonial era, French Army forces were divided into three major groups: the metropolitan army, colonial forces, and the Army of Africa, each answering to a unified command structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular piece, we believe, was issued to the colonial forces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile its age possesses undeniable appeal, the fabrics employed and the handmade construction stand in stark contrast to modern mass production—the hours invested in a single garment are immeasurable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis piece shares details with vintage French workwear items such as the \"Farmers Smock\" and \"Grandpa Shirt.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe shirt length is set long for tucking into trousers; the collar and sleeves feature fine gathered details, while buttons and buttonholes are executed by hand—every detail speaks to the connoisseur. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe stitching throughout is remarkably fine and deliberately irregular.\u003cbr\u003eSet against any piece from subsequent eras, including contemporary garments, this distinction becomes immediately apparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe fabric employs a cotton and linen blend, a choice suited to the African climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe hand conveys considerable age—a blended weave leaning toward cotton, with a pleasingly textured, intentionally raw quality.\u003cbr\u003eThe blue collar accent against the white body is particularly refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMilitary stamps distinctive to French Army remain visible on both front and back.\u003cbr\u003eWhile storage marks appear throughout, we have deliberately refrained from washing to preserve these stamps as fully as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNo size marking is present, though we estimate this piece corresponds to a Japanese size L to XL.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe actual measurements indicate a generous fit; those of larger frame will find it accommodating.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA smaller frame wearing it oversized will achieve an equally composed silhouette, making this piece suitable for a wide range of builds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe condition is that of deadstock—beyond reproach, with no tears or significant damage—though storage marks from its long rest are evident throughout.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNo damage impedes wearability; the piece remains entirely serviceable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAmong French Army pieces, the \"French Army of Africa\" emerges to market with particular rarity.\u003cbr\u003eThat the French Army stamp remains so distinctly legible on a garment issued some 150 years past is remarkable in itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is not merchandise one simply acquires by expenditure; future availability cannot be assured.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEqually suited to active wardrobe or collection—a worthy design reference.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSuch pieces are encountered rarely in Japan; those seeking it or drawn to the uncommon are advised not to overlook this opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieux et nouveau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43333372936370,"sku":"T0205","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/files\/DFB2BFB9-FE91-4A9D-B458-018DF76F7C2C-984-00000174981AD501.jpg?v=1697026009","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/late-19th-c-french-army-of-africa-cotton-linen-colonial-shirt-deadstock","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}