The Star Authentic Blown Real Eggshell Ukrainian Easter Egg Pysanka

Description

• Real blown out chicken size egg ornament.
• Made using a wax resist (batik) method.
• Beeswax was heated and applied to the white egg.
• The egg was dyed yellow, and more wax was applied.
• Bits of shell covered with wax remained that color.
• Final color achieved by carefully melting the wax.
• 2.25 inches tall and made from real eggshell.
• Hand decorated with intricate geometric patterns.
• Tradition of decorating whole eggshells is ancient.
• Delicate nature of real eggs enhances their beauty.
• Pysanky eggs are created by puncturing and emptying the shell.
• Patterns are written with hot wax, then dipped in dyes.
• Process is repeated several times for colorful designs.
• The fragile shells make decorating quite challenging.
• Symbolizes springtime and rebirth in various cultures.
• Holds deep meaning beyond aesthetics during Easter.
• Represents life emerging and the flora blooming from winter.