Acquired in 2015. Írásos is a traditional embroidery technique from the Transylvania region of Romania. Using thick, single-colored threads and a unique technique similar to buttonhole stitch, motifs such as flowers and birds are embroidered with a "rough" texture. * Region: Transylvania, Romania. * Materials: Thick cotton or woolen threads. * Technique: A unique, three-dimensional stitch that applies buttonhole stitch. The thread handling on the back is also impressive. Images 6 & 7 It's a very difficult embroidery technique. Because they are familiar with the local culture, these beautiful and powerful works convey various passionate feelings through the threads. Just touching the embroidery brings a ray of hope to your heart. A mass of energy, that's the greatest charm of embroidery, I think. It's a driving force that moves people.