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Quite rare pair of late 19th century Turkmenistan wedding headdresses |
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| Dateline: Late 19th Century |
Item# 36957 |
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Quite rare pair of late 19th century Turkmenistan wedding headdresses
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| Dateline: Late 19th Century |
Item# 36957 |
Quite rare pair of late 19th century Turkmenistan wedding headdresses, circa 1900. One Bride's and the other groom's, completely original. Turkmen skullcap is called takhya . It not only just a headdress but also a symbol of the national Turkmen costume which even today preserves original traditional motives. The ornament of takhya had a magic meaning . Long time ago people believed that takhya could protect the owner from troubles , jinxes , illnesses and harm. According to ancient customs even an old takhya couldn't be given to another person or thrown out . Beyond its magic properties takhya ensured an owner's head protection against the scorching sun. Takhyas can be round , oval, low and high. They have been made from various fabrics both expensive - velvet , silk - and simple - sateen and printed cotton . More often a beautiful expensive fabric called "keteni" was used and embroidered with patterns.
Condition: Good.
Dimensions: Varies
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