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Sokay
Sokay
Sokay
Museum of International Folk Art
DepartmentTextiles-Europe

Sokay

NameHeadpiece
CultureBrsyak
Datec. 1880
Place madeStrushko Pole, Macedonia, Europe
(not assigned)North Macedonia (Formerly Republic of Macedonia), Southeastern Europe, Europe
MediumLinen or hemp, cotton, wool, silk
DimensionsOverall: 35 13/16 x 5 1/2 in. (91 x 14 cm)
Credit LineIFAF Collection
Object numberFA.2010.13.1
DescriptionLong, self lined "hood" with embroidered top and back three-quarters up from bottom. Embroidered in red, black and multicolors including dimensional black stitches and cross stitch.
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