19th-century French Indigo Smock (#S-03) Food Candles A token of old-school luck

A token of old-school luck

Swarm utilizes centuries-old marbling techniques to create a mesmerizing dance of yellow

A large rectangular decorative pillow with vintage French toile motifs in varying scales rich with texture to retain the charm of the original documents in John Derian's archive

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19th-century French Indigo Smock (#S-03) Food Candles A token of old-school luckIncluded among John Derian's trove of vintage and antique goods are 19th century French indigo smocks. Often worn by by rural workers across France in the 1800s, these loose fitting cotton garments feature long sleeves, a simple collar, and front buttons and pockets. Dyed deep indigo to hide wear and stains, it protected everyday clothing during farm work, markets, and artisan labor. See our entire collection of antique clothing and accessories here.