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Vest, Ratíškovice, Moravia
Vest
Vest, Ratíškovice, Moravia
Vest, Ratíškovice, Moravia
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Vest

Object number2023.066.0002
Mediumtextile
DimensionsOther: 18 × 14.25 in. (45.7 × 36.2 cm)
DescriptionPart of a Moravian kroj, a red vest with white inserts. All of the inserts are lined with iridescent, white sequins. Two arrangements of light blue flowers are embroidered on both sides of the vest's front side. The flowers have white stems and green leaves, as well as one long, yellow line of stitching. Five red and gold buttons run down the left side of the front. A 3-looped design rests in the center of its back side with matching floral embroidery, stems, and leaves on either side. Five dark blue and four hot pink flowers are embroidered beneath the 3-looped design.
Credit LineGift of Eileen and the late Josef Mandát of Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
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