Ukrainian Pysanka Egg
This item is a decorative egg created using the traditional Pysanka method, a wax-resist dyeing technique common in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. The egg appears to be a real poultry eggshell (likely chicken or goose) that has been emptied through a small pinhole. It features a complex, multi-colored geometric and floral design achieved through successive layers of wax application and acid-dye baths. The color palette includes vibrant red, orange, yellow, and black, accented with white lines where the original shell color was preserved. The central motif is a stylized eight-pointed star or rosette, surrounded by triangular 'soroklyny' (forty triangles) patterns filled with cross-hatching and botanical elements. The surface has a characteristic wax-polished sheen, indicating a traditional finish. Based on the complexity and precision of the line work, it exhibits high-quality craftsmanship typical of the late 20th century to contemporary folk art production. The condition appears excellent with no visible cracks, chips, or fading of the organic dyes. It is displayed on a clear glass or acrylic ring stand within a collection of other folk art eggs and Bohemian ruby-flashed glassware, suggesting it is a curated collector's piece.
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Estimated Value
$65–$120
Basic Information
Category
Folk Art / Collectibles
Appraised On
January 16, 2026
Estimated Value
$65–$120
Item Description
This item is a decorative egg created using the traditional Pysanka method, a wax-resist dyeing technique common in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. The egg appears to be a real poultry eggshell (likely chicken or goose) that has been emptied through a small pinhole. It features a complex, multi-colored geometric and floral design achieved through successive layers of wax application and acid-dye baths. The color palette includes vibrant red, orange, yellow, and black, accented with white lines where the original shell color was preserved. The central motif is a stylized eight-pointed star or rosette, surrounded by triangular 'soroklyny' (forty triangles) patterns filled with cross-hatching and botanical elements. The surface has a characteristic wax-polished sheen, indicating a traditional finish. Based on the complexity and precision of the line work, it exhibits high-quality craftsmanship typical of the late 20th century to contemporary folk art production. The condition appears excellent with no visible cracks, chips, or fading of the organic dyes. It is displayed on a clear glass or acrylic ring stand within a collection of other folk art eggs and Bohemian ruby-flashed glassware, suggesting it is a curated collector's piece.
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