Zahorie Embroidered Bedspread 218
Zahorie Embroidered Bedspread 218
Producer
Augustínová Mária
SKU
1117190218
Year added to portfolio
1989
Material
textile
Colour
white
Dimensions
40 x 90 cm
About product
It is made of linen canvas using techniques with counted thread. A characteristic feature of Záhorie embroidery is a geometric ornament /diamonds, hearts, stars/ using cutwork. A common additional element, embroidered with stem stitch, are lamb horns. The typical color of the embroidery is white, or a combination of white and red.
She embroiders patterns on linen canvas according to counted thread. In 1965, she obtained a certificate recognizing her qualification as a folk artist in the field of embroidery production, which is awarded by the Commission for Assessing the Professional...
