Japanese traditional weaving looms called “jibata” or “izaribata”. The mechanism of the loom remains the same for 1,500 years.
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- Thu Apr 19, 2018 8:45 am
- Forum: Folk clothing crafts
- Topic: Various weaving looms around the world
- Replies: 3
- Views: 188
- Wed Apr 18, 2018 11:25 am
- Forum: Various pieces of national clothing
- Topic: Jewelry as a part of national costumes
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2546
Re: Jewelry as a part of national costumes
Temple rings – magnificent Medieval jewels These particular temple rings are from Kievan Rus’ (territory of Kyiv region, modern Ukraine, Europe). Though, similar jewelry pieces were made and used by many Slavic and Scandinavian tribes. Temple rings were the analogue of earrings but they were worn no...
- Mon Apr 16, 2018 7:33 am
- Forum: Japan
- Topic: Kimono and other clothing in Japan
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1427
Re: Kimono and other clothing in Japan
Pretty patterns on modern Japanese fukuro obi – traditional belts worn with kimono. They are embellished with skillfully made embroidery.
- Fri Apr 13, 2018 8:25 am
- Forum: Guatemala
- Topic: Folk clothing of Guatemala
- Replies: 0
- Views: 36
Folk clothing of Guatemala
Beautiful woven pattern on huipil from Chichicastenango (Guatemala). Huipil is the traditional blouse worn in several countries of American continent: Guatemala, Mexico, etc. This blouse or tunic originates from Maya culture. The patterns on huipiles are woven, not embroidered. On this particular hu...
- Thu Apr 12, 2018 9:05 am
- Forum: Japan
- Topic: Kimono and other clothing in Japan
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1427
Re: Kimono and other clothing in Japan
Men’s kimono. Its color palette is dark-blue. The obi belt is simple, comparatively to female belts, but the bow is charming and very masculine. This kimono doesn’t have many decorations at the outside but is embellished with rich embroidery at the inside.
- Wed Apr 11, 2018 7:26 am
- Forum: Macedonia
- Topic: Macedonian embroidery
- Replies: 0
- Views: 30
Macedonian embroidery
Best Macedonian embroidery patterns. Vintage samples of embroidery in Macedonia.
- Mon Apr 09, 2018 9:15 am
- Forum: Japan
- Topic: Japanese folk accessories
- Replies: 0
- Views: 37
Japanese folk accessories
Modern Japanese shoes called “zori” and purse with folk motifs.
- Wed Apr 04, 2018 4:43 pm
- Forum: Japan
- Topic: Kimono and other clothing in Japan
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1427
Re: Kimono and other clothing in Japan
Japanese outer robe called “ uchikake ”. It is worn on top of the kimono. This particular garment is very colorful and adorned with embroidered images of a crane – one of sacred animals in Japanese culture. By the way, in modern Japan, the term “uchikake” is used only for the bride’s outerwear. Kimo...
- Mon Apr 02, 2018 8:38 am
- Forum: France
- Topic: French court garments
- Replies: 0
- Views: 55
French court garments
Two ornate French court garments from the 18th century. On the left, camisole with a waistcoat; France, the second halt of the 18th century. On the right, camisole (a livery); France, the second halt of the 18th century. The garments are embellished with beautiful embroidery and pretty buttons. Cost...
- Thu Mar 29, 2018 9:36 am
- Forum: Native American tribes
- Topic: Traditional beadwork of Native Americans
- Replies: 0
- Views: 102
Traditional beadwork of Native Americans
Various examples of Native American traditional beading. After the glass beads were delivered to America by first British settlers, American Indian tribes started to use beads to decorate their folk clothing and accessories. Local females soon became skilled craftswomen and produced real masterpiece...