Sukmana Explained

A sukmana is a type of traditional coat once worn by peasants in Poland,[1] and some other Central European countries,[2] as well as Hungary (where it was known as szokmány). It was particularly common from the 18th to early 20th centuries. It was made from a simple, hand woven wool fabric comparable to russet cloth, and usually retained its natural white or grayish color.[2] [3] The coat was long, with sleeves, and wider towards the lower parts.[3]

It was worn by men and sometimes by women.

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Notes and References

  1. Book: Patrice M. Dabrowski. Commemorations and the Shaping of Modern Poland. 21 September 2004. Indiana University Press. 978-0-253-11028-2. 36.
  2. Web site: sukmana - Encyklopedia PWN - WP.PL . Encyklopedia.wp.pl . 2013-11-12.
  3. Web site: Sukmana - WIEM, darmowa encyklopedia . Portalwiedzy.onet.pl . 2013-11-12.