If you’ve never experienced these, they are remarkable. Fabulous medium to heavy weight, antique LINEN French smock! Any art lover will recognize these textiles from many 19th century French paintings. There is a fabulous decorative breast and collar decoration. Lovely soft, crisp and springy texture!! Hand and machine stitched. Saturated indigo with some of the original glazing! There are openings on both lower side seams for the easy access of pockets that would have been worn under this shirt. Large and roomy fit, great as a tunic!! Wonderful indigo blue tone! These textiles were worn to protect the clothing of a man and were saved for special occasions and festivals! You will see them in 19th and 18th century French paintings!! Gorgeous for wearing or display! These wear with such style! MEASUREMENTS : This lovely textile measures approximately : VERY roomy! Chest : 60 inches + Waist :60 inches + shoulders 24 inches laid flat across the back Sleeves 21 inches long Length 38 inches CONDITION: This smock is in as found, not freshly laundered condition There are 5 tiny holes on the back just up near the top, I saw them only when I held it to the light! Lovely condition indeed BR 22.