Ukrainian rushnyk (towel) in the folk style. 100% hand embroidery! This rushnyk is made on a special rushnyk fabric a mixture of linen and cotton. The ornamentation on the rushniki on a strip without beginning and end speaks of the infinity of life with constant rebirth. The repetition of ornamental on the rushnyk speaks about it. Rhombuses on the rushnyki is the strongest amulet. It is the most ancient of ornamental geometry-closed sign, brings good luck and personifies the Slavic Goddess of Luck. For experts in embroidery techniques, the back of the piece is offered for viewing. Rushnyk - towel of homespun canvas to decorate the walls of the house on holidays, decoration of the red corner, as well as for the performance of rituals.
These towels were and still are used in Ukrainian wedding ceremonies.
This custom goes back to the times of the ancient pre-Christian era of Slavs. To this day, Ukrainian newlyweds are married with embroidered towels. Traditions in different regions of Ukraine are slightly different: in some regions the young couple is held under such towels, while in other regions the newlyweds are asked to take a towel. The embroidery on these embroidered towels protects the newlyweds from spoilage and evil forces.
According to Orthodox Christian tradition, the couple stood on a rushnik (towel) in church, and the priest asked them about the seriousness of their intentions.
A rushnyk (towel) can also be a beautiful rustic home decoration.
Rules for caring for natural fabric:
- Hand wash.
- Wash with like colors.
- Hang dry or tumble dry/low.
- Warm iron if needed.
- Iron medium-high / inside out.
- For longer product life, please treat them with care.
Product Specifications:
♥ Size inches / (centimeters):
Length: 72,4" (184 cm)
Width: 13,38" (34 cm)
♥ Material: special rushnik fabric a mixture of linen and cotton, embroidery, rushnikovy glaze
♥ Technique: hand embroidery cross stitch
♥ Author's work: Nella Volkonskaya, Member of the Union of Artists of Ukraine