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Cerset 019. Women's ‘Kerset’ Inv. #444 Poltava Region, Khorol District Early 20th century Made of dark velvet, lined with calico, with internal ties. The armholes and neckline are trimmed with velvet piping. The kerst is decorated with braid around the armholes, neckline, and chest. The chest has an appliqué floral motif in the form of twigs with flowers. The appliqué is made of green silk ribbons. The edge of the right side and the bottom of the kerst are decorated with wavy stitching. At the back, the fabric forms six longitudinal folds, decorated with buttons. The jacket was donated by Yelizaveta Bubelo.

Cerset 019