Nationality patterns. Diversity and meaning of traditional Russian ornament

Any nation during its existence used various ornaments and patterns. Many images of stunning beauty have come down to us from time immemorial. Each nation has its own unique handwriting, depending on many factors. Culture, location on the planet and individual characteristics every master. It is impossible not to be glad that these national ornaments and patterns are an art that has reached our days, and has not disappeared so far.

Any nation during its existence used various ornaments and patterns.

The tendency to keep dishes with folk paintings at home, to decorate the interior with ornaments and patterns, is becoming more fashionable every day. Even if you are not an artist, you can purchase stencils or print them. Then already ready-made templates use it, your inner voice will tell you.

Folk workshops, where you can order such stencils or invite an artist, usually exist in the outback. But even in the capital, if you wish, you can find craftsmen who can apply both a simple ornament or pattern, and a more complex one. To decorate, for example, a child's room with such a painting is a great joy for children.

There are geometric ornaments that do not carry any subtext. There are those that contain some meanings and symbols.

Russian ornament: stencils that are easy to make yourself

Russian ornament, for example, on embroidery, is known to everyone. Everyone has seen folk costumes at least once in their life. Such beauty comes out from under the hands of masters. And these are not the most difficult options. Nothing to say - art is art. And Rus' has always been rich in talents.

If a decision is made to engage in the art of ornamentation, you need to start with stencils, which are simpler. And it’s worth taking a Russian ornament for a start. If you can't get stencils, you can make them yourself. Anyone can do this, you just need to show perseverance and patience.

If a decision is made to engage in the art of ornamentation, you need to start with stencils that are simpler

After they get simple patterns, you can switch to more complex

Gallery: ornaments and patterns (25 photos)

Buryat patterns: song of the steppe

The Buryat ornament, like the murals of all Mongolian-speaking representatives, basically consists of simple geometric shapes:

• broken lines;
• zigzags;
• circles;
• diamonds;
• other figures.

If the hand is at least a little trained on the most simple drawings, you can take on the Buryat ornament and Mongolian drawings. Here are some of them. It is easy to see Buddhist motifs and the Bashkir style in them.

Yakut ornament

Yakut works of art of the pattern amaze with their beauty. It is especially difficult to look away from works made in gold. Keeping in mind the Yakut gold, it would be surprising not to see it in folk art.

It seems to be nothing complicated, but it looks magical.

Yakut art works of the pattern amaze with their beauty

As in any art form, there are simpler ornaments. From geometric shapes Yakut people loves to use circles.

Tatar pattern: patterns of the great people

Tatar and Bashkir craftsmen specialized in bright ornaments and patterns. This is especially evident in national clothes(headwear, shoes with colorful mosaics).

Decorating your home with carpets of stunning beauty is one of the main highlights Tatar nation. Any housing, whether rural or urban, was always filled with carpets that surpassed Persian ones in beauty. Tatars have always been dominated by bright floral motifs.

Embroidered flowers can be seen not only on clothes, but also on household items. Towels, pillowcases, tablecloths, aprons, prayer rugs.

You can talk about head scarves for a very long time. In each house, a whole chest is filled with such scarves. Everyday, festive, wedding - for each event there is a scarf, and for each scarf - its own special pattern. Here is such a beauty - a Tatar and Bashkir embroidered scarf that you can’t take your eyes off

Tatar and Bashkir craftsmen specialized in bright ornaments and patterns.

The most common was the art of ornamentation in carved wooden architecture. Then there was embroidery, a pattern on shoes and carpets. It took up very little space Tatar people fabric application. But on the other hand, in this application, which is interesting, oriental and Greek motifs were clearly visible.

The most popular was and remains a floral ornament. Shamrock, carnation, tulip, dahlias, peonies and chrysanthemums - all this is very popular with Tatar craftswomen.

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Looking at these works of folk craft, I want the house to have at least one such pattern that pleases the eye

Geometric patterns in the interior: the trend of the season

Geometric solutions in interior design - the most fashion trend of the year. Strictness, harmony, aristocratic aesthetics - all this delights and is used more and more often in the work of designers.

The geometric style came to houses in different forms:

• like furniture
• as accessories
• like patterns and ornaments.

Such ideas are embodied today by designers in the design of apartments and offices.

Geometric solutions in interior design - the most fashionable trend of the year

Simple and beautiful. And this becomes the motto of fashionable modern designers and those who strive for harmony in such an interior.

Oriental patterns: a visit to a fairy tale

Oriental patterns are gaining popularity again today. More often they are used for painting fabrics, silk, large canvases. Oriental ornament is based on the rhythm and construction of elements, on abstraction and stylization of real things. The roots of this art go back to the culture of Persia and Mesopotamia. Each of the patterns symbolizes something. For example, an ordinary socket is a symbol of the universal cycle. Made in the form of a flower, it had many varieties. This is only one of the few deciphered characters. What other patterns hide in themselves may remain an eternal mystery.

Oriental patterns are gaining popularity again today

The most frequent motifs of oriental patterns are a plant motif, magical birds and the World Tree. In the latter, a lot of symbols are combined along with real details. Oriental pattern has another feature. This is carpet filling. It is difficult to find an unoccupied space on the surface of the pattern. Lines, leaves, cones, spikelets, blades of grass - they fill the whole space. In particular, this technique is used in architecture, the manufacture of decorative dishes and clothing.

Patterns for children: we create together with the kids

Developing a child's abilities by teaching him the art of patterns and ornaments is a way that gives excellent results. Try to make it easy first floral pattern. Below is step-by-step instruction, according to which it is very simple to do everything.

The order of work is as follows:

Divide the selected area into eight identical sections. Conduct horizontal lines and start decorating.

Make the next sketch.

Add some small details of your choice.

Already unnecessary lines along which the sketch was made must be erased with an eraser.

Russian women did not have the European abundance of fabrics to create clothes. All that was available to them was linen, cotton and wool. But all the same, the Russians managed to create outfits of amazing beauty from small things. And this was achieved thanks to the ornaments of the Russian folk costume. The ornament at that time acted not only as an ornament, but also as a talisman. So, the elements of the folk costume were enriched with protective embroidery and patterned weaving. Amulets of this kind were embroidered on the edges of clothing, namely on the hem, cuffs and collar. These were embroidered ideograms protecting a person from trouble. Ornaments were made in certain colors, which also have a special meaning. The most popular color is red, which symbolizes fire, life and blood.

And more...

The main element of the Russian folk costume was a shirt with a richly embroidered collar. The sleeves of the shirt had to be wide and long, but clasped at the wrist with braid. Over the shirt women wore. It had the form of a high skirt with straps and was sewn from linen, wool and cotton fabric. Ribbons, fringe, braid and colored stripes of chintz were used as decor. The third integral element of the dress was the skirt. It is worth noting that married women they wore a poneva, which differed from the usual skirt in a swing style with an unsewn slit on the side.

Do not forget about the apron. Women wore it over a shirt or sundress. The apron, as an element of the Russian costume, was also equipped with a rich symbolic ornament, embodying Russian ancient traditions and amulets associated with nature.

The final element of the Russian national costume there was a headdress, which at that time was a kind of calling card. From it it was possible to determine the age and place from which the woman arrived, and her social status. Girls' headdresses had an open crown. Bandages and tapes were most often used. But married women completely covered their hair. The dresses were decorated with beads, ribbons and embroidery.

Russian culture originated many centuries ago. Even in pagan times, the Russians decorated themselves and their living space (house, yard, household items) with original patterns. If the pattern repeats and alternates individual details, it is called an ornament.

folk ornament necessarily uses traditional motifs. They are in every nation. Russian ornaments are no exception. When we hear this phrase, embroidered shirts and towels immediately appear in our imagination. They have horses, ducks, roosters and geometric shapes.

Traditional Russian ornament

Excursion into history

The primary unit of society is the family. And it is to families that we owe the first folk patterns. In ancient times, animals and plants had a totemic meaning. Each family believed that it had one or another patron. For generations, family members used items with the symbols of their kind, considering them protection and help.

Gradually, the family drawing went beyond the family and became the property of relatives. Several genera exchanged their patterns. Thus, already the whole tribe used symbols originally belonging to certain families.

Over time, there were more patterns, the circle of their users expanded. This is how Russian folk ornaments appeared in Russia.

Even in the exterior of the houses, symbolism was traced

It can be seen that in different regions were used different colors for needlework. There is a simple explanation for this. In the old days they used only natural dyes. They were made in a handicraft way. So, the availability of raw materials for paints often determined the entire palette of works.

IN different regions had their favorite "decorations". It is no coincidence that "paisley" is one of the motifs for the ornaments of the eastern regions. Homeland "Indian cucumber" Persia in the east.

Meaning and Meaning

A creative fusion of nature and religion. So briefly you can describe national, including Russian ornaments. In other words, an ornament is a symbolic description of the world.

Ornamental elements were not only decoration. They carried a semantic and ritual load. They can not only be viewed, but also read. Very often these are conspiracies and amulets.

Each character has a specific meaning:

• Alatyr is perhaps the main of the Russian and Slavic signs. It is a symbol of the infinite universe, the dual unity of the world and its balance. The source of life, consisting of male and feminine. Often the eight-pointed Star Alatyr and the Alatyr Stone were used in patterns. They were expected to help in various life situations.

Holy Alatyr

• Another symbol that was very revered and often used in patterns was the World Tree of Life (or Kingship Tree). It was believed that it grows on the Alatyr Stone and the gods rest under its crown. So people tried to protect themselves and their family under the branches of the Tree of Life and with the help of celestials.

One of the variants of the image of the Kingdom Tree

• Various swastikas are also a popular motif in Russian and Slavic needlework. Of the swastikas, Kolovrat can be found more often than others. ancient symbol sun, happiness and kindness.

Variants of the image of the symbol of the sun among the Slavs

• Orepey or Arepey is a rhombus with combs on the sides. His other names: Comb rhombus, Oak, Well, Burdock. It was considered a symbol of happiness, wealth, self-confidence. When located on different parts clothes had different interpretations.

Orepei symbol

• Animals and plants that surrounded people and were deified by them, this is a constant theme of patterns.

Slavic symbolism is very diverse

Of particular importance was the number of alternations of elements in the ornament. Each number carried an additional semantic load.

Beauty and protection

The aesthetic value of the ornaments was combined with the totemic one. Magi and shamans put symbols on ritual clothes and utensils. Ordinary people also put special meaning into traditional drawings. They tried to protect themselves with talisman embroidery, applying it to certain parts of clothing (to protect the body). Table linen, household items, furniture, parts of buildings were also decorated with appropriate patterns (to protect the family and home).

Simplicity and beauty vintage ornaments keep them popular today.

traditional ornament decorated dolls-amulets

Trades and crafts

Gradually, with the development of civilization vintage patterns transformed, some became the identification marks of individual folk crafts. Separated into independent crafts. Usually crafts have a name corresponding to the area where they are produced.

The most popular are:

• Porcelain and ceramics "Gzhel". Her style is a characteristic drawing in blue paint on white background. named after locality Gzhel, Moscow region, where the production is located.

Gzhel painting - an old craft

• "Zhostovo painting" can be recognized by flower bouquets on a black (rarely green, blue, red) lacquered metal tray. The fishing center is located in Zhostovo (Moscow region). The beginning of this craft was laid in Nizhny Tagil, where the production of Nizhny Tagil trays still exists.

Luxurious Zhostovo painting

• "Khokhloma" is decorative painting on wood. It is characterized by black, red, sometimes green patterns on a golden background. Her homeland and place of residence is the Nizhny Novgorod region.

Khokhloma is still popular today

• Sloboda Dymkovo is the birthplace of Dymkovskaya, and the city of Kargopol, respectively, Kargopolskaya, the village of Filimonovo, Filimonovskaya, Stary Oskol, Starooskolskaya clay toys. All of them have a characteristic pattern and color.

Stary Oskol clay toys

• Pavlovo Posad woolen shawls business card Pavlovsky Posad. They are characterized by a voluminous printed floral pattern. Red and black are their traditional colors.

The traditional Pavloposad shawl is a truly luxurious accessory

The continuation can be very long: Fedoskino and Palekh miniatures, Gorodets painting, Orenburg downy shawl, Vologda, Yelets, Mtsensk lace. And so on. It is very difficult to list everything.

Draw in folk style

Today, many wear clothes and use things in folklore style. Many craftswomen want to create something unique themselves. They can take the rapport of the finished product as a basis or create their own sketch.

To successfully complete this idea, you first need:

1. Decide whether it will be a separate pattern or ornament.
2. Break the drawing down into simple pieces.
3. Take graph paper, make markings, marking each fragment and its middle.
4. We draw the first elementary detail in the center.
5. Gradually, step by step, we add the following fragments.

And now a unique pattern is ready.

Everyone can draw a similar pattern

About Russian embroidery

Patterns, techniques, colors of Russian embroidery are very diverse. The art of embroidery has a long history. It is closely connected with the way of life, customs and rituals.

Color is an important component of needlework.

People endowed it with sacred properties:

• Red is the color of life, fire and sun. Of course, it was often used in embroidery. After all, it is also beauty. As a talisman, he was called upon to protect life.
• The white color of pure snow. Symbol of freedom and purity. It was considered a protector from dark forces.
• Blue color of water and clear sky. Symbolized courage and strength.
• Black in the ornament meant the earth. Zigzag and wave, respectively, not plowed and plowed field.
• Green is grass, forest and their help to man.

Traditional Russian embroidery

The thread was also endowed with certain qualities:

• Flax is a symbol of masculinity.
• Wool is protection, patronage.

In combination with patterns, special-purpose products were created.

For example:

• Roosters and red horses were supposed to protect the baby.
• For the successful completion of the work, they embroidered with green and blue linen.
• From diseases and against bad influences they embroidered with wool.
• For women, things were more often embroidered in black to protect motherhood.
• The men were protected by a green and blue pattern.

Of course, a special set of symbols and drawings was developed for each case and person.

This embroidery will look elegant on any fabric.

Folk costume

Folk costume embodies and reflects traditions. For centuries, craftswomen have turned plain fabric into a unique work of art. WITH early age girls comprehended the secrets of needlework. By the age of fifteen, they had to prepare for themselves everyday and festive clothes and a set of towels, tablecloths and valances for several years.

The cut of the suit itself is simple, rectangular. Linen or woolen fabric of various quality. Women pulled the fabric (removed part of the threads) and received a new fabric. Hemstitches and other embroideries were made on it.

Russian folk costume is diverse

Of course, clothing differed in characteristic patterns depending on the area. It can be divided into two groups:

1. Central Russian. Differs in multicolor. Of the techniques, counting smoothness, a cross, pigtails, and hemstitches are often found. In the southern regions, lace, ribbons or strips of fabric are also used to decorate clothes. The pattern is often geometric. Orepey was especially loved in different versions.
2. Northern. For her, the characteristic techniques are smooth surface (colored and white), cross, painting, white stitching and cutouts. Artistic motives used more often than geometric ones. The compositions were performed mainly in one color.

Russian embroidery is unique. It is distinguished by stylized images of animals and plants, as well as a wide variety of geometric patterns.

Keeping traditions

Exploring national traditions and techniques of needlework on surviving products, modern masters adapt them to modern requirements. On their basis, fashionable original things are created. These are clothes, shoes, underwear.

One of the recognized fashion designers who includes folk motifs in each of his collections is Valentin Yudashkin. Foreign couturiers, such as Yves Saint Laurent, are also inspired by the Russian heritage.

Russian collection of Yves Saint Laurent

In addition, folk crafts continue traditions and improve craftsmanship in accordance with modern requirements. You can add enthusiasts who are not indifferent to traditional art. They independently study, collect and create in folk style.

Russian patterns continue to bring beauty and joy to people, and also preserve historical information.

Ornaments are akin to ancient writings and, like them, can tell a lot about the worldview of a person of distant epochs. For a long time people remembered the purpose of ornaments. Back in the 20-30s of the XX century, residents of some northern Russian villages demonstrated their knowledge of the meaning of the depicted patterns in front of the oldest craftswoman of the village on special readings: young girls brought to gatherings finished work and told about them to the whole world. In some places in the outback, you can still hear the ancient names of patterns: crowberry, Perun, although the master is most often not able to explain their meaning.

To this day, there are people who know how to decorate and who want to wear traditional Russian clothes. Long winter evenings Slavic girls and women at the torch embroidered and wove patterns - one more intricate than the other, decorating their rows with them, so that later, at a feast, they could flaunt before the society. Did they only feel beauty? Was it only the desire for creative self-expression that guided them? Or was there and continues to exist today in ancient symbols something very important - unknown to us, the current one?

This book is the result of the author's desire to raise questions related to the meaning of folk textile ornament and the peculiarities of its effect on the wearer of the clothes decorated with them or the person looking at the patterns. It uses information from many, sometimes non-traditional sources: history, ethnography, mythology, bioenergetics, modern alternative medicine, etc. Russian folk culture has always been so comprehensive and multifaceted that it is only necessary to study it comprehensively, having felt the way of thinking of the ancestors.

I really want to ancient art ornament has been preserved, did not disappear, so that skills, traditions and beauty folk culture continued to live, delight and benefit people. After all, this beauty has incredible good energy (I would like to say - the soul), capable of helping people. It is believed that the topics covered in the book will be of interest to new researchers, and then such an amazing phenomenon as Russian folk textile ornament can really be comprehended with different parties. In the meantime, the ancient images-writings continue to wait for their full reading.

Second book, which allows not only to understand the place of folk textile ornament in our culture, but to confirm the author's assumptions about the mechanisms of the energy-informational impact of the ornament on a person. Folk ornament is part of the incredible ancient system spiritual knowledge, which allows a person to harmoniously build their relationships with the outside world. Its strict forms contain the story of the development of our Universe, ready-made biotechnologies, and specific recipes for the survival of the genus and man.

The book includes sections on the loom and the typology of forms of weaving patterns, on how the pattern appeared, on the work of amulets processed with structured water, on spiritual patterns, on the signs of the clan-tribe, on the energy of cutting clothes.

The classification of types of Russian folk textile geometric ornament is given. The cuts of men's and women's shirts are given, as well as the layout of patterns on women's and men's clothing. A separate part is colorful drawings of patterns and their explanation.

This book is an attempt to collect and systematize the principles of using the symbols of folk textile ornament for practical application. It will be useful to everyone who wants to revive the ancient knowledge and beauty.

Ornament of all times and styles

The unique work of N.F. Lorenz will certainly expand and enrich our ideas about the rules for organizing space, about the style of a noble and harmonious life.

The author skillfully accompanies the reader into the history of ornament and decor, shows the diversity of this special kind art, introduces its external side and deep symbolism, dedicates to the practical secrets of carving, frescoes, stained glass, enamel, carpets and mosaics.

As Peter clarified in the comments (see below), Lorenz's book and Rakinje's book on ornaments are one and the same(Lorenz took almost everything from Raquinier, slightly modifying the text and drawings in it).

This book clearly shows what means and techniques bring an organized and creatively transformed space closer to the triumph of exquisite taste - in different times and in various parts Sveta. rich decoration of this edition appeals to the aesthetic senses and stimulates creative imagination reader.

From ancient times in Rus', on every piece of utensils, on every clothes, as well as on houses, they depicted various elements, symbols that formed into patterns. Every detail had its own meaning and place. This is how Russian was formed folk pattern.

Historical information about the Russian folk pattern

It should be understood that there are two terms - pattern and ornament. And it wasn't the same from the beginning. Even now, not every pattern can be called an ornament. For example, if it is a constantly repeating pattern (rapport).

In Rus', it was believed that the pattern is much deeper, it means more. The word ornament is borrowed from Latin, and it appeared much later and means decoration. In Rus', he had an analogue - “decorations”. It was believed that it was intended for decoration of decorative styling. However, in the future, these two concepts intertwined and began to complement each other.

Russian folk pattern is a combination of various lines, symbols, and other elements that can either be repeated or be in a single version. Patterns may vary from place to place. So, in the eastern regions in Rus', in the pattern you can find such an element as the “Indian cucumber”, which is still popular today.

Also, each locality had its own color scheme patterns and ornaments.

Signs and symbols in the Russian pattern

If we consider the Russian folk pattern from the point of view of symbolism, then we can say that not a single element is depicted there just like that. Each has its own meaning and is in its place.

by the most popular symbols in the pattern are:

• Star Alatyr, or, as it is also called, the cross of Svarog. It has eight petals and symbolizes the Universe, its cycles of folding and unfolding.
• Also very popular is the symbol of Beregini (Rozhanitsa). This is a schematic representation of a woman who protects.
• A very significant symbol is which is sometimes also called the World Tree. It combines the world axis, the universe and the genus.
• Everyone knows In the days of Hitler, the swastika became a symbol of war and fascism, but initially this was not at all the case.
• Also popular is the Orepey symbol, which is a comb-shaped rhombus. This symbol brings happiness, balance and peace of mind.
• In addition, flowers, stars, spirals and other symbols are used in the pattern and ornament, each of which has a certain meaning, reinforcing the positive and protective energy person.

In addition to the above elements, there are many others. In addition, almost all patterns of the scheme are quite diverse. One and the same symbol can be represented in different ways, while maintaining, however, common features and lines. This is how whole protective phrases arise, as well as short stories or conspiracies.

The sacred meaning of the pattern

You should know that the same symbol, but depicted in different parts of clothing, could have different meaning. For example, the Orepei sign, depicted in the elbow area on women's clothing, denoted an ancestor. If he was depicted on the hem, then he was the entrance to the other world.

They also symbolically depicted the ancient gods, who moved in chariots. They were harnessed to various animals that personified a particular deity.

Some Russian patterns (photo below) carried a certain code in their numerical repeatability. So, the following numbers were important:

• three (Absolute, Trinity, time, space);
• four (cardinal directions, seasons);
• seven (symbol of harmony);
• twelve.

In such patterns and ornaments, the attitude towards mother nature of our ancestors is also manifested. With their images, they seemed to ask her for protection and patronage from various evils, troubles and misfortunes.

Where are Russian folk patterns used?

The use of patterns is quite varied. They are used in towels, napkins, for painting utensils, houses, when carving wood and metal. In the old days, not a single object was left without a drawing.

Russian patterns (there are photos in our review) are not only the beauty of the object, but also protection, a talisman of its owner. It is known that even before the emergence of writing, people already depicted various symbols (diamonds, lines, dots) on utensils.

Differences in patterns in different regions

Each region of Russia has its own history of painting, embroidery, patterns and ornaments. Consider the Russian folk pattern (pictures of some will be presented below) for some types and areas:

• Gzhel painting - blue and white colors are characteristic in drawings that are made on ceramic and porcelain products;
• painting, which is famous for the village of Zhostovo, on metal trays;
• Khokhloma painting with various patterns is very interesting, it is characterized by a golden color (there are also red, yellow and orange);
• in addition, in many regions they made their own, special toys (Dymkovo, Kargopol, Stary Oskol), each of which had its own, unique pattern in the painting;
• Pavlovsky Posad shawls are also very famous, which are made in red and black colors, with floral patterns.

And these are not even all the well-known crafts where the Russian folk pattern is used.

The most ancient patterns

The most ancient patterns include a combination of various signs, which in the old days had a special meaning and were not simply applied to any product. Each family had its own set of embroideries, paintings, which were passed down from generation to generation. They even have a special meaning for the family, to be its own symbol. Of course, over time, knowledge was lost.

Ancient Russian patterns breathe on us with mystery, the power of amulets, the meaning of each curl or sign.

Now a lot of people are collecting similar images that make sense in their piggy bank.

How to start drawing Russian folk patterns

Now people are increasingly turning to our ancestral heritage, wanting to revive lost traditions. For example, many people are wondering how to draw a Russian pattern. Where to start?

First, you should understand that in Rus' there are many painting and embroidery techniques that have their own characteristics. For beginners, you need to take patterns that are not very complex, having a repeating pattern. So it will be easier to capture its very essence.

Before drawing itself, you need to practice with its simple components: dots, lines, strokes, droplets, eyelets, etc. In fact, the most difficult pattern consists of the above details. Of these simple forms after some time of training, it will be possible to create more complex ones.

In order to understand how to draw a Russian pattern, you should not rush. Some forms may indeed seem complex, but remember that they are all made up of simple ones. Lay out the repeating pattern first on the details, start depicting it from the lightest and most basic, for example, a point. Gradually draw other shapes around it, and so at the very end you can get your finished pattern. Take a look at the photo below, which shows all the stages of drawing. And make sure that this process is not so complicated.

Thus, you can learn how to create ornaments and patterns yourself. In principle, you can take ready-made schemes, and then transfer them to the surface.

Using patterns on household items

Also, patterns and ornaments in ancient times were also made on household items. For example, in Rus', a six-petal rosette was depicted on salt shakers. It had symbolic meaning. This rosette denoted the sun, and salt was considered to be associated with it. Also, her image was often found on spinning wheels, as a symbol of endless time.

In addition to the symbolic painting of utensils, there was also a simple decoration of the product. Of course, it did not appear immediately, but the technique was developed over the years.

It should be noted that some patterns, the schemes of which are quite complex, are still made by craftsmen. This, for example, Khokhloma painting, which looks very beautiful and rich. However, its production is quite complex and multi-stage.

Using patterns in embroidery

Russian embroidery in Rus' traditionally not only decorates clothes, towels, bedspreads and other linen products, but also is a talisman. The interweaving of patterns is by no means random. All symbols are in their place.

In addition, the color of the thread that is used matters in embroidery. Let's consider some points:

• to protect the baby, an embroidered rooster or horse in red or black colors is suitable;
• for successful activity, embroidery should be done in blue or golden-green tones;
• woolen embroidery is suitable if there are already some energy holes, it is done in the area of ​​the human chakras;
• linen is used for appeasement, trees, birds, stars or the sun are embroidered with it;
• for women in embroidery, you need to use black to protect yourself from infertility;
• for men - green (protects from wounds), blue (protects from the elements).

In addition, symbols are also used in embroidery - a cross (a barrier and protection from evil), a star (heavenly fire), a circle (denoting fertility, abundance and motherhood) and others.

Thus, Russian embroidery is a whole set of knowledge that our ancestors used in antiquity, protecting themselves, their relatives and their family.

The use of patterns on clothes in the old days

Probably the most famous application of pattern and ornament is Even the most ignorant person in this matter will recognize this embroidery. True, colors and patterns again vary by region.

For example, the more south the area, the brighter people's clothes were. This was due to the fact that earlier the paint was of natural origin, and the warmer it was, the greater the variety in the possibilities to produce it.

If we talk about men's and women's clothing, then the first had almost no differences in the regions, except for preferences in color and pattern. And here women's clothing was quite varied and varied considerably.

And also embroidery of various animal figurines was very popular in the northern part of Russia. But the southern ones had more colored embroidery (often red).

The use of Russian folk pattern in modern clothes

Russian folk pattern on clothes periodically returns to fashion. Famous fashion designers release collections with folk motives(for example, in 1976 Russian Collection from Yves Saint Laurent).

In our time, Russian patterns have long been a priority for true connoisseurs. In addition to colorful traditional ones, bright floral (or other folk) prints are used. I remember the old patterns that craftswomen embroider on clothes for their family and friends. Also, you can certainly order similar clothes for yourself if you wish.

Also, products that have long earned recognition both in quality and style (for example, Pavlovo Posad shawls) remain popular.

Thus, the Russian pattern simply cannot go into oblivion. His influence on the people is undeniable, this is his legacy, and someday he will rightfully take his rightful place in the hearts of people. After all, ancient Russian patterns truly carry the harmony and beauty that was known to our ancestors. It is also our history, which should not be forgotten.