Embroidered blouse

Title	Embroidered blouse
Description	Hand-woven embroidered linen blouse. The sleeve pattern starts with a broad, multi-coloured, earth tone, embroidered section into which metallic thread and metal sequins have been incorporated into a very fine pattern of geometric shapes. The central section features brighter, primary colours in larger geometric shapes. the bottom section features multi-coloured diamond and square motifs arranged in a grid and bordered on either side with a finely embroidered chain of floral motifs. Cuffs are gathered and finished with a spiral hem. The front and back panels of the bodice are embroidered with two vertical strips featuring a chain of floral motifs. The edge of the neckline is finished with red and burgundy embroidered thread and then gathered on a string which ties in front. Bukovyna, late nineteenth century. Embroidery stitches: satin, chain, cross stitches.
Type	blouse
Extent	1 item
Source	Gift of Roman Onufrijchuk
Place created	Europe: Ukraine
Materials	linen
Physical Dimensions	overall: 57 cm x 62 cm
Note	Audio tape: Onu-16 34:15
Location	Box: Clothing 4
Accession Number	UF2013.045.a124

“Embroidered blouse,” Ukrainian Folklore Archives Special Collections, accessed November 4, 2025, https://collections.ukrfolk.ca/items/show/5289.