Item 2019.197.2 - Newlyn Yellow Smock

2019.197.2

Newlyn Yellow Smock

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Yellow twill cotton smock top with fold down collar, long sleeves and two large square patch pockets on the front. The smock has a short V-neck opening (no fastenings) which is reinforced with a facing.
Country of design: England
Country of manufacture: England (Cornwall)

Label: NEWLYN FISHERMAN'S SMOCKS
Cotton
Chest Measures 46" / 117 cm

The fisherman’s smock developed as a type of protective work wear worn by fishermen across Cornwall, Brittany and the Channel Islands. Made of tough cotton such as sailcloth or canvas they were often worn over knitted wool ganseys.

The fisherman’s smock developed as a type of protective work wear worn by fishermen across Cornwall, Brittany and the Channel Islands. Made of tough cotton such as sailcloth or canvas they were often worn over knitted wool ganseys.