Tabard

The Tappert (also Tapphart, Taphart, Tabard, Daphart, French tabard, Spanish tabardo, it. Tabarro ) is a rock -like garb of the Middle Ages, but which has been most frequently worn early 14th century from the 13th century, men. It is considered a predecessor of Schaube who replaced him in the mid- 15th century. Nevertheless, he was carried to the 16th century. He is related to the Tabard. A special example was the Spanish version, which was provided with a hood. The Tappert is identical to the Houppelande from France and Burgundy.

There were different versions in different forms, which have much in common, but often also differ. Also a lot of different materials and precious materials were used for its manufacture.

Feminine form

He usually has short sleeves and is held together by a belt at the waist. Here, the robe falling down into many small folds. Since the Tabbard reaches over the feet, it must be lifted while walking. The rear train is simply nachgeschleift. The sleeves have different sleeves could be attached - for example, the popular silky cap sleeves, reaching to the ground.

Male form

In contrast to the "female" Tabbard has the Tappert for men long sleeves and slit at the side of the waist down to the knees. Side vents, hem and cuffs could be lined with fur trimmed or decorated with Zaddeln and Tappert eg with rabbit fur. The Tappert was the official costume of the Heralds, who was decorated with the arms of the lord.