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Cerset 002. Women's ‘Kerset’ Inv. #507 Poltava Region, Khorol District. Shishaky Village Early 20th century Made of dark velvet, lined with printed calico, with internal ties. The armholes and neckline are trimmed with light-coloured satin piping. The right side of the chest and the neckline are trimmed with dark red silk braid. The square formed by the chest is filled with floral appliqué and embroidery with coloured silk threads in the form of a tree with flowers At the back, the fabric forms six longitudinal folds, decorated with buttons. The jacket was inherited by Kateryna Zhmur, born in 1925. It was donated to the collection by Alla Chaika. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)