The pysanka decorated Easter egg (Ukrainian pysanka, pl. Pysanky) is a beautiful cultural artifact from the Ukraine which holds meaning in its designs and use of colors. The motifs, patterns, colors and designs with their meanings may differ by region within f the Ukraine, but in general they go back to a single form and meaning from ancient times.

Each egg is crafted in fine detail using hot beeswax and a pen-like stylus to write the patterns on the egg. Dyes are then employed to the egg in layers with the wax protecting areas of previous dyes and written patterns.

What is a Pysanka?

A pysanka is a special style of Ukrainian Easter egg, among other Ukrainian styles of creating Easter eggs. It has traditional folk designs and colors written on the eggshell in hot beeswax, using a special writing stylus, known as a kistka.

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