DepartmentTextiles-Europe

Zoban

NameVest

CultureBrsyak

Datec. 1920

(not assigned)North Macedonia (Formerly Republic of Macedonia), Southeastern Europe, Europe

Place madeStrushki Drimkol, Macedonia, Europe

MediumCotton, silk, metallic thread, wool, metal sequins, rayon

DimensionsOverall: 30 11/16 x 12 5/8 in. (78 x 32 cm)

Credit LineGift of the Macedonian Arts Council

Object numberA.2010.77.21

DescriptionSleeveless quilted vest with overlapping bottom front and deep U shaped front. Proper right pocket opening. Blue with tan and brown stripes fabric with white lining, the bodice area faced with maroon velvet and couched around the opening with ornate silver metallic thread decoration. The hem edged with an extension of wool print fabric which starts several inches out from front edge, and both hems edged with black and deep orange cord with light blue rickrack above the orange cord.