easterneuropeancrafts: Hungarian szűr mantle. Late 19th century.The szűr is a traditional garment wo
easterneuropeancrafts: Hungarian szűr mantle. Late 19th century.The szűr is a traditional garment worn by shepherds in the Carpathian mountains to provide protection against the elements. They were worn draped over the shoulders like a cape, and were heavily embroidered with designs specific to their locality. The Metropolitan Museum of Art -- source link