...I have a child's hat...
...that is gorgeous....and fascinating!
I have done some research and think (only think mind...no proof!) that it is probably from the area around Karakalpakstan (or Qaraqalpaqstan) where it borders Turkmenistan (or the other way around!). The colours suggest Turkmen, but the decoration suggests Karakalpak. There is such a crossover of peoples around the countries of Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Afghanistan etc, that geography is a bit difficult to pin down.
If anyone has any opinions, please let me know.....
The stitching is superb...
...and the decoration sumptuous.
It jangles like crazy and is very heavy. No evil spirits would have attacked the wearer of this head-topper!
An inspired tri-fold has begun....
x C
