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Poltava | Digital Museum of Ukrainian Ancient Costume |

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Cerset 25. Women's ‘Kerset’ Inv. #446 Poltava Region, Khorol District Early 20th century Made of black jacquard fabric, lined with calico, with internal ties. The neckline is decorated with light-coloured calico piping. The kerst is decorated with a decorative velvet overlay on the chest, framed by green and pink silk braid, which is also placed around the neckline. The square on the chest of the jacket is embroidered and decorated with a floral ornament in the form of a branch with flowers. The embroidery is done with coloured silk threads. At the back, the fabric forms six longitudinal folds, decorated with buttons.