Bright Madder Coarse Broadcloth - $39.00 yd.

Bright Madder Coarse Broadcloth

In the 18th century, broadcloth, such as this Bright Madder Coarse Broadcloth, was woven on a wide loom measuring 54-63 inches, and was finished in various qualities from coarse to superfine. It was distinguished by its stoutness, tightness of weave, and denseness of fulling, which was sheared close to create a silky but firm hand. The tightness of the broadcloth allowed it to be cut without unraveling, unlike flannels and other spongy wools. 

Madder, a root commonly used to dye a cheaper red, could be used to achieve what we might call a brick red today. We have accumulated primary source documentation for red linen including a dyer in New Hampshire who says he will dye "linnen or cotton a holding red" and an account of red linen handkerchiefs being stolen in 1772.

• This Bright Madder Coarse Broadcloth is a coarse broadcloth with a firm hand.
• It is well-suited to uniforms, outerwear, coats, breeches, waistcoats,  riding habits, 19thc winter pelisses, as well as any tailoring need.
• 100% Wool, 60 inches wide.