Authentic Blown Real Eggshell Ukrainian Easter Egg Pysanka 046

Description

• Real eggshells are hand decorated using an ancient wax resist method.
• Beeswax is applied with a stylus and heated in a candle flame.
• Molten wax creates designs, sealing parts of the shell to remain white.
• Eggs are dyed multiple times, with more wax applied between each dip.
• The final wax is removed by gently melting it near a flame.
• These eggs feature elaborate geometric patterns and images.
• Pysanky eggs are made from real eggshells, ensuring their delicate nature.
• The artists carefully puncture and blow out the liquid contents to create the shell.
• Using a hot wax pen, intricate patterns are written before dyeing.
• The process can be challenging due to the fragility of the shells.
• Pysanky are celebrated as symbols of springtime and rebirth.
• Decorations hold deep meaning, symbolizing new life and renewal.