Embroidered back apron

NameApron

CultureBalkans

Place madeShkodra (Skutari), Albania, Eastern Europe, Europe

MediumCotton wool, gold/silver metallic thread, plastic button

Dimensions11 × 14 9/16 in. (28 × 37 cm)
Length: includes fringe

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Ronald Wixman and Stephen Glaser, A.2015.13.5

Object numberA.2015.13.5

DescriptionThe conched silver and gold threads of this special occasion back apron form circle and loop patterns. From this area drops red wool fringe averaging 21 cm in length. A one-piece woven cotton tape in natural, red, black and orange sewn inside at waist area extends to form ties.