Hungarian Kalocsa Embroidered Folk Vest | Early–Mid 20th Century

Hungarian Kalocsa Embroidered Folk Vest | Early–Mid 20th CenturyAn exceptional early to mid 20th century Hungarian folk vest showcasing the spectacular floral embroidery for which the Kalocsa region is celebrated. Richly embroidered on both the front and back, every surface is covered in vibrant, densely stitched flowers in vivid shades of crimson, raspberry, pink, violet, cornflower blue, golden yellow and emerald green against a crisp white linen ground. Kalocsa embroidery is one of Hungarys most celebrated

It slips over the head and wears beautifully both tucked and loose

making it as functional as it is stylish

107cm to end of fur trim

worked in an extraordinary black-and-ivory contrasting colourway reminiscent of yin and yang

with a gentle shape through the body and narrower shoulders

Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor natural wear

Midweight cotton with glass bead detailing

Beautiful drape and movement throughout

styled as shown for a relaxed yet striking contemporary look

layered with jewellery and boots for a bohemian look

The suede remains soft and supple with light

The waist panel is finished in Swiss-dotted