Sleeveless Linen Dress | Staravina, Macedonia

Description

Origin: Macedonia | Mariovo region | Staravina village
Era: WWII era (circa 1930-1950)
Condition: fair; extensive staining; in need of cleaning that will likely remove or lighten most of the stains; minimal losses to embroidery around bottom hem; recommended for display only
Measurements (with garments laying flat):
   Across front: 18″ between underarms
   Length: 41″

Additional Notes: Traditional linen woman’s dress from the Mariovo region of southern Macedonia with heavy wool embroidery. Such dresses were traditionally worn with sleeves, but the sleeves were often removed to put on another dress or taken off for separate washing. This dress was collected in 2000 by Macedonian folk dress enthusiast Naeda Robinson and is featured on page 40 of her book “Macedonian Village Dress” (published 2009). Additional information about its history can be found there. The book is available for purchase by clicking on the book title above.