Handmade Romanian traditional dress with embroidered pansies

This handmade vintage Romanian dress hails from Southern Romania, Oltenia, capturing the essence of traditional Romanian folk attire. The 

 Romanian folk dress showcases floral hand embroidery on the shoulders and chest, featuring delicate pansies. Additionally, a single row of embroidery graces the hem of the dress and the sleeves, showcasing the artisan's attention to detail. Crafted from a thin store-bought canvas, the dress boasts vibrant, multicolored embroidery executed with cotton thread.

Dating back to the 1960s-1970s, this Romanian traditional dress embodies the charm of a bygone era. Sized M, the dress boasts the following measurements:

Shoulders: 39 cm (15.35 inches)

Sleeve length: 57 cm (22.44 inches)

Circumference over the chest: 126 cm (49.6 inches)

Waist circumference: 116 cm (45.66 inches)

From shoulder to armpit: 23 cm or 9 inches

Dress length: 119 cm or 46.8 inches

In remarkably good condition, this Romanian traditional dress exhibits minimal signs of wear, attesting to its careful preservation. Clean and ready to wear, it provides an authentic glimpse into the rich textile heritage of Southern Romania.