1940s Transylvanian homespun linen folk blouse mother of pearl buttons pleated front traditional menswear

1940s Transylvanian homespun linen folk blouse with mother of pearl buttons. Homespun and woven linen with a beautifully constructed pleated front panel and a collar that sits high on the neck. Traditional folk clothing, originally made as menswear. Personally sourced in Transylvania.

Measurements
(All taken flat and doubled where appropriate. Inches followed by centimetres.)
Chest: 22 in / 56 cm (measured underarm to underarm, so 44 in / 112 cm around)
Underarm depth (shoulder to underarm seam): 7.5 in / 19 cm
Shoulder to shoulder: 16 in / 40.5 cm
Neck opening: 14.5 in / 37 cm
Length (please add if you’d like this included)

Sizing note: These folk blouses differ from mainstream shirts in fit. Although the chest is generous, the neck opening and especially the shoulder-to-underarm measurement determine wearability.

Condition
Freshly laundered. Natural irregularities present in the linen weave. A yellowish mark on one cuff as shown, which may lift with further cleaning.