$75.00
Out of stock
Description
Origin: Greece
Era: WWII era (circa 1930-1950)
Condition: very good; suitable for both wear and display
Measurements: 11.25″ long
Additional Notes: Handmade ethnic leg warmers (as we might call them today) from the Sarakatsani people inhabiting parts of Greece and Bulgaria (this particular pair comes from Greece). Traditionally made from a special type of hand-spun wool called kaltsoskouti spun on a drop spindle and incorporating white commercial cotton threads. The last photo is overexposed to better show both of the dark colors used in knitting (brown and navy).
Additional information
| Weight | .75 lbs |
|---|---|
| Condition | Suitable for wear |
| Era | WWII Era (circa 1930-1950) |
| Gender | Men's clothing, Women's clothing |
