In the second half of the 19th century, the women of Kras and the surrounding area dressed relatively richly compared to other Slovenian women, which was made possible by the proximity of Trieste. Women’s traditional Karst costume was characterized by sophisticated materials, coziness, various decorations, and often jewelry. Wealth was expressed in the skirt, under which there were several petticoats and a ballerina (which made the girls’ buttocks bigger). The aprons were silk, of various colors, and some had a long, wide, silk ribbon tied in a bow at the side. They wore earrings, rings, and brooches, which were not customary elsewhere. The headdress was decorated with handmade embroidery and lace. On special days, some of the younger girls pinned a bouquet of flowers to their chests.
Men’s costumes in the Kras region were also influenced by the proximity of Trieste. Men’s costumes had many variations. Some men wore long trousers tucked into boots, a waistcoat, and a long jacket. Knee-length pants, white socks, and a vest without a jacket were also popular. Most of the men wore hats, but some also wore straw hats decorated with flowers, and even more rarely, a fur headdress called a frkindiš.
These are just some of the characteristics of Kras’s costume.
Details:
Title of work: Kras National Costume
Technique: Graphics
External dimension: 35 x 48 cm; 19 x 23 cm
All graphics are signed and numbered
Limited edition of 126/200
