Pysanky - Beeswax Candle

The pysanka (Ukrainian: писанка, писанки (pl.)) is one of Ukraine's national symbols, and is known throughout the world.

The tradition of egg decoration in Slavic cultures originated in pagan times, and was transformed by the process of religious syncretism into the Christian Easter egg. Over time, many new techniques were added. Some versions of these decorated eggs have retained their pagan symbolism, while others have added Christian symbols and motifs.