Name/Title
ScarfEntry/Object ID
1997.33.4Description
Triangular scarf; pink and yellow floral pattern on off-white background; green satin trim on edge. Part of Swedish folk costume (folkdräkt) from Rättvik, Dalarna for young girl that includes a skirt, a blouse, a dickie, a scarf, two hats, stockings, and a brooch.Context
Folk costumes represent each local region based on the design and colors of the dress. They were worn by the peasantry class (allmogen). Originally used as everyday clothing, these costumes are today typically only worn during special occasions such as Midsummer. There are over 800 Swedish folk costumes. The history of wearing local folk costumes in Sweden date back to the late 1600s or early 1700s. The design on the costumes would normally slightly change throughout the year to reflect changing seasons and church holidays. The use of folk costumes decreased during the 1800s as a result of ready-made garments available during the industrial revolution. During the 1900s, they once again became popular with the rise of romantic nationalism. In the mid-20th century, these folk costumes also grew in popularity among Swedish-American communities as a way for people to connect with their homeland and specific provinces. People bought folk costumes to wear at folk dances and traditional Swedish holidays and events.Acquisition
Accession
1997.33Source or Donor
Dellora JohnsonAcquisition Method
GiftCredit Line
Gift of Dellora JohnsonClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Article of Clothing/Dress/Costume
ScarfClothing Sex
FemaleMade/Created
Time Period
20th CenturyPlace
Country
SwedenRegion
Northern EuropeContinent
EuropeLexicon
LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials
National costumesSearch Terms
Folk costume, Folk dress, Traditional dress, Ethnic costume, Clothing and dress, Sweden--Dalarna, Women's clothing, Sweden--RättvikDimensions
Height
12-1/2 inWidth
29-3/8 inRelationships
Related Places
Place
Municipality
RättvikCounty
DalarnaCountry
SwedenRegion
Northern EuropeContinent
EuropeReproductions
Notes
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