pillowcase

Pillow case. Oblong shape, one end open to receive pillow, the other end “fundul perinei” (lower part of the pillow) is ornamented with horizontal coloured stripes and multicoloured geometrical designs inserted between the stripes. (Homespun hemp and wool threads, purchased white and coloured cotton). Length 900mm, width 500mm.

Typical of the Fagaras District, where this style of weaving is very common. This style of pillowcase represents a more highly developed stage in the ornamentation used in this district, which consists in various decorative designs, carried out in different techniques and a richer colour scheme.

object
MUSEUM NUMBER
1957.186
Date
c1910
PLACE
COLLECTION
MEASUREMENTS
overall: 900 mm x 500 mm
MATERIAL/TECHNIQUE
cloth
CATEGORY
Anthropology: Ethnography
LOCATION
In storage
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