Antique 1920 Albanian Hand Embroidered With Gold Threads Women White 100%Wool Long Vest
''Xhubet".
You are looking at a
very rare Albanian 100% Wool Long Vest "Jelek", from the middle area
of Albania used by middle Albanian women in the traditional fests. Completely
hand made with excellent Albanian ornaments. The front and back are heavily
full adorned by red and gold threads. This is one of a kind Art piece for home
decor and wall hanging or just for personal collection of antiques.
The piece listed for
sale is truly a rare one characteristic of the small town of Librazhd, middle
area of Albania, and it is the inheritance of the rich culture that is known
throughout the region. Traditional dresses are accompanying the diversity of
regional cultural celebrations and activities.
During 1920- 1930
upper outfit, were constituted of woolen fabrics made in the loom, cut and sewn
by the women at home. The dress is made out of woolen and it is decorated by
hand in golden threads. It was especially given to brides as a wedding gift
which she could use for work, daily activities or special events. The difference
between these three kinds of uses was in the amount of golden threads. Also it
was inherited through generations for its value and tradition.
Dimensions: Chest 33cm (13"), Length 112 cm
(44.1")
The jacket is in very good condition with minor signs of wear due to its
age.
The sale is final and no returns are accepted.
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