Klashenik

NameLong Vest

CultureMiyak Ethnic Group

DateEarly-mid 20th century

Place madeSmilevo Village, Macedonia, Europe

(not assigned)North Macedonia (Formerly Republic of Macedonia), Southeastern Europe, Europe

MediumWool/felt, cotton, silk

Dimensions38 9/16 × 27 9/16 in. (98 × 70 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Bernard and Susan Ziobro, A.2015.20.45

Object numberA.2015.20.45

ProvenanceDonor grew up in Pittsburgh, PA as part of a local Yugoslav immigrant community. See long history of the collection in object file.

DescriptionThe white wool vest has one pocket (PR) trimmed in red braid. The same braid forms intricate geometric swirl-and-loop patterns at the hem area. On front and back, green, red, orange, and blue threads decorate the braid. Braid also decorates the vest opening (both sides), armholes, and neck. The bodice loops of couched gold silk are centered with silk in green, blue, and red giving the appearance of set gems. There are hand-made buttons at the opening, with frayed silk pompons and trimmed felt.