Indigo linen smock. Found in a non-wash state, this is a type with an egg white coating. The material shines brightly as if waxed, and the egg white processing seems to have been used to prevent color fading at the time, but it has a unique texture. The gathers and stitch work are also more detailed than usual, and it certainly has a tremendous presence when worn. Recommended for both men and women. The condition is deadstock. However, as shown in the photo, there is a pinhole on the back of the shoulder. There is a repair mark next to the chest pocket button. It's not very noticeable, but please refrain from purchasing if you are concerned. We recommend that those who are accustomed to used clothing and vintage items purchase this item. Below are the size details. ・Length: 90cm ・Shoulder width: 57cm ・Width: 72cm ・Sleeve length: 52cm This is a maquignon (byodo) believed to be from around the 1900s. The maquignon is based on smocks, which were work clothes for farmers from the Middle Ages onwards (photo attached). It was workwear worn by horse traders and livestock brokers. The material is indigo linen. The dense elasticity and firmness of the linen seem to have been used because animal hair does not easily stick to it and is easy to brush off. Indigo is applied for insect repellent and corrosion prevention. And this also has a coating containing egg white. According to one theory, those with coatings were worn by the wealthy among the intermediaries?! This is a masterpiece with many notable points. And almost all of it is made with hand stitching. It's truly a painstaking task... The fine gathers on the cuffs and chest It's something you can't help but admire just by looking at it. It has a firmness due to the coating, etc., but It seems like it will have a very good atmosphere as you use it. It seems that linen from the old days contained more oil than modern ones, so I think it will be a fun item when the unique drape of linen comes out. It has not been washed yet. The maquignons you see in used clothing, etc., are very soft and the indigo has faded beautifully, creating a very good atmosphere. I think it's also fun to think about how to coordinate something from over 100 years ago with modern clothes.