late medieval green liripipe woolen hood

late medieval green liripipe woolen hoodThe hood is based on originals from the late Middle Ages, as depicted in various illuminated manuscripts. It ends in a long tail, also known as a liripipe. The hood was worn primarily by the lower classes of society and served as a practical head covering, protecting against the cold and other weather conditions whilst working in the fields and similar activities. Wealthy people, however, also wore hoods, which were more richly decorated and crafted

the tunic is well-suited to all seasons

worn by monks and the lower classes to remain clean whilst working

it measures 2

It became so important that

bone (3 mm) battle-ready

This model is based upon an original discovered in the Viking city of Jorvik

The crocodile symbolised the Nile river

which at the beginning of the 16th century led even to the all'antica armour style

lending the tabard an authentic

ensuring the socks will keep you warm at all times

The caligae are crafted from 3 mm thick leather and feature a nailed leather sole

so it may equally be employed for that time period