Embroidered Cap | Banka, Slovakia

$90.00

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Description

Origin: Slovakia | Piestany region | Banka village
Era: Mid-20th century (post 1950)
Condition: excellent; suitable for both wear and display
Measurements: 19″ across front x 10″ from back to front (as shown in first photo)
Additional Notes: Traditional embroidered cap typical of the village of Banka in western Slovakia near the town of Piestany. Embroidered with purple, white and green floral motifs and the characteristic long pointed “teeth” on the front of the cap believed to offer protection to the wearer from evil spirits as they framed the face.

Additional information

Weight .5 lbs
Condition

Suitable for wear

Era

Mid 20th Centuty (post-1950)

Gender

Women's clothing