Folk Costumes of the Matyo | 1956

Description

Book Title: Matyo Nepviselet
Translation: Folk Costumes of the Matyo
Author: Istvan Gyorffy
Language(s): Hungarian
Published: Budapest, Hungary – 1956
Format & Size: Hardcover; 9″ x 9.5″
Pages: 206
Book Condition: good; laminated cover; split hinges; modern color photo glued to back of title page
Description: Beautiful book about the traditional folk costumes of the Matyo people from the Mezokovesd region. Present the regional characteristics and variations of men’s and women’s dress from the 19th and early 20th century. Illustrated with hundreds of historic black/white photos, drawings of costume elements, and several color plates. Scarce and highly recommended.