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The Kovács Family
Mezokövesd,
Hungary
Detail of handpainted frame by Szabolcs Kovacs
The people of
Mezokövesd and its surrounding villages, also known as the " Matyó," are
well known in Hungary for their vibrant folk art. The Kovács family of
Mezokövesd has been part of this tradition for generations. Furniture maker Szabolcs Kovacs,
a Master Artisan, learned to make traditional handpainted rosemaling furniture from his father.
His work ranges from large pieces such as made-to-order dining room sets,
to miniature items such as small compact mirrors and even hand-painted
eggs. Like the other female family members, Mária Kovács learned to
embroider and crochet at an early age. Her embroidery, all done by
hand, includes traditional Matyó designs as well as
contemporary interpretations. The embroidery kits she designed for Lmntl are based
on old family patterns. Both teachers by profession, Mária and
Szabolcs run a show-house for their work in an old-style,
thatched-roof peasant house in the historical district of Mezokövesd . Open during
the summer months and by appointment during the off-season, there
is also a workshop space where Mária plans to offer embroidery
classes and demonstrations.
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