DepartmentTextiles-Europe
Kontusz sash (Polish national sash)
NameSash
CulturePolish
Datelate 18th – early 19th century
Probably madePoland, Europe
Probably madeBelarus, Europe
MediumSilk, metallic thread
Dimensions15 × 125 in. (38.1001 × 317.5006 cm)
Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Linda Marcus, A.2022.37.1
Object numberA.2022.37.1
Provenancepurchased from art dealer
DescriptionLong decorative sash, that's sewn in the center, split colored patterns running along the length, brownish-purple color
1930-1950
19th century
1920-1940
Late 18th century
19th century
Late 19th century