Baltic Waistband III

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Submission
VDA Vilnius
Language
Lithuanian
Source
Public Domain
Format
Other
Era
Contemporary: 1945—2000
Sphere
Cultural
Submission
VDA Vilnius
Language
Lithuanian
Source
Public Domain
Format
Other
Era
Contemporary: 1945—2000
Sphere
Cultural
Baltic waistband

In Baltic folk traditions, waistbands adorned with spruce-inspired patterns hold deep symbolic significance.

These designs often represent the Tree of Life, symbolizing growth, continuity, and the interconnectedness of all living things. Additionally, such patterns are associated with deities like Laima, the Goddess of Fate, who governs destiny and fortune. The incorporation of these motifs into textiles is believed to offer protection and safety to the wearer. These versatile accessories can function as belts or headbands, serving both practical and symbolic purposes in traditional attire.

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