Woman’s Folk Costume | Zakarovce, Slovakia

Description

Origin: Slovakia | Spis region | Zakarovce village
Era: Mid-20th century (post 1950)
Includes: blouse, vest, skirt, apron, kerchief
Condition: very good; kerchief has holes; minor general wear consistent with age/use; suitable for both wear and display
Measurements (with garments laying flat):
  Vest – across front: 19″ between underarms
  Vest – length: 14″
  Blouse – across front: 24″ side to side fully stretched
  Blouse – sleeves: 21″ from collar to cuff
  Blouse – length: 32.5″
  Skirt – waist: up to approx. 35″ around
  Skirt – length: 28″
  Apron – length: 29″
  Kerchief: approximately 30″ square
Additional Notes: Married woman’s ensemble from the mountain village of Zakarovce near Gelnica. The skirt and vest would originally have been stitched together to form a dress, but are currently separates.