Chains

19th century

Beads, stringing. 1 х 61; 2 х 98; 2 х 42
В-5122, В-5124, В-5121
Пост. из КМ

Period Early 19th century
TypologyFolk costume | Embroidery
Keywords Female costume | folk costume | Jewellery
Virtual exhibitions and 3d-tours
- Virtual tour "Women's Folk Costume in Russia. 18th-20th centuries"
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Many costumes in Russia’s gubernias were embellished with striped neck chains, strung with colored beads. The chains were either worn individually or all together at the same time. The sequence of colors was very significant: repeating a color every one, two or three beads significantly changes the overall look of the item.

Round beaded ropes (“zhguty”) were worn along with the chains. Interweaving stripes were the simplest design.

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