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Vest, Bohemia
Vest
Vest, Bohemia
Vest, Bohemia
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Vest

Object number2023.026.0013
Mediumtextile
DimensionsOther: 17 × 19.75 in. (43.2 × 50.2 cm)
DescriptionPart of a Bohemian kroj, a metallic silver and gold vest covered with a floral brocade. The nine grommets on either side of its back are laced with a thin leather strap. The rows of nine on the front, with red ribbon lacing. The center of both the front and back of the vest extend down lower than the sides. A short band of identical fabric is affixed over its front opening. The band is decorated with metallic gold floral embroidery that is accented with garnets and white beads.
On View
On view
Kroj, Prácheňsko/Písek/Strakonice, Bohemia, 1920-1940
1920-1940
Kroj, Mladá Boleslav, Bohemia, 1920-1939
1920-1939
Kroj, Detva, Slovakia, 1900-1920
1900-1929
Woman's kroj, Dobrá Niva, Slovakia, 1930-1939
1930-1939