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Author
Cincebox, H.B.
Title Of Article Chaper
Czechoslovakian folk aprons
Title Of Journal Book
Threads magazine
Issue
32
Pages
74-77
ISSN
0882-7370
Language Of Text
English
Literature Type
Serial
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
Rastiskovice, Czechoslovakia, is known for folk aprons made with rich layers of embroidery and lace. Black chintz aprons from the 1800s were stitched in simple three-colored motifs with red, white, and green wool. The years between 1900 and 1925 were the Golden Age for these aprons. Apron motifs include stylized hearts, penny rose, and grapes. A four-inch band of coarse, cream-colored bobbin lace with red and green inserts decorates the hem. A design of small triangles, called wolf's teeth, are embroidered up the side to ward off evil.
Keywords
aprons;embroidery;lace;wool;grapes;design;folk art
pub_id
10329