Black and Blue Striped Skirt | Podlasie, Poland

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$130.00

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Description

Origin: Poland | Podlasie region | Zuki or Lipinki village
Era: Early 20th century (circa 1910-1930)
Condition: very good; light wear and surface soiling; insignificant staining to facing fabric; hook fastener rusted; suitable for both wear and display
Measurements (with garments laying flat):
   Waist: 29″ around
   Length: 30″
Additional Notes: Lovely woolen folk costume skirt from the Podlasie region of eastern Poland near Biala Podlaska and the Belarusian border. The skirt was collected and worn in either Zuki or Lipinki village (these are neighboring villages with the same costume heritage) about 15km from the border. This style of skirt was worn throughout this region on both sides of the modern border. Made of black and blue striped fabric which makes it look more purple from a distance. Pleated at the waist with different cotton facing fabrics along the waist interior and bottom hem.

Additional information

Weight 1.75 lbs
Condition

Suitable for wear

Era

Early 20th Century (circa 1910-1930)

Gender

Women's clothing