Rushnyk, Ukrainian Embroidered Towel, Wedding Wedding Embroidered Runner, Decor, Gift

Ukrainian wedding towel in white with red / blue embroidery. It embodies Ukrainian traditions for wedding rituals. Embroidered runner is used usually for a decorative or ceremonial purpose. The tree of life embroidery insures the longevity & prosperity of the inhabitants of the household. Ryshnuk for wedding can be used as ukrainian table runner. Ukrainian ryshnuk plays a prominent role in the wedding rituals: in the engagement ceremony & the church wedding. in medieval times it was used as a basic piece of dress, covering the front & back of the body, or as a monetary unit. DETAILS - Embroidered rushnyk (towel). - Made of 100% linen. - Viscose threads - SIZE: 33100 cm / 13x40 - Machine embroidery. What is rushnyk (towel) unique ? These towels were used & still used today in Ukrainian wedding ceremonies. This custom dates back to the times of the ancient pre-Christian era slyavyan. So far, Ukraine newlyweds followed & met the likes of embroidered towels. The traditions of different regions of Ukraine are slightly different: in some regions of the young couple is held under such towels, other newlyweds are asked to take the towel. The embroidery on these embroidered towels to protect newlyweds from damage & the forces of evil. According to the Orthodox Christian tradition, the couple stood on the rushnyk (towel) in the church, & the priest asked them about the seriousness of their intentions. Rushnik (towel) can also be a wonderful rustic home decor. wedding gift, linen wedding towel, ukrainian couple, rushnyk for wedding Rushnyk, Ukrainian Embroidered Towel, Wedding Wedding Embroidered Runner, Decor, Gift