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Inspired by nature
This colourful drawing shows a decorative array of traditional knitted garments, worn in the island region of Muhu in the 1850s. Costumes varied from region to region, but all were rich in design and colour and often inspired by nature. Temperatures in Estonia can drop to a chilly minus 40 degrees... so warmth through wool is essential. Knitting was a national pastime. Women often wore layers of thick socks, as thick legs were considered indicators of strength and the ability to carry loads... and children.
Image courtesy Kunst publishing, Estonia
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