Uyğur (Uyghur) Hat
Dating
1950 to 1960’s
Uyğur (Uyghur) Hat
Origin
Qaşğar (Kashgar), Uyğuristan (East Turkistan)
Materials
Velvet, Cotton
Dimensions
18 cm
18 cm
8 cm
Culture
Museum
Acquisition
ID#
Uyğur (Uyghur)
Turkish Folk Art's Collection
ETH-048
Copyright Status
Turkish Folk Art, Copyright. Permission to display image obtained on 05/04/2022.
Source of Image
"Uygur ethnic velvet hat. It is designed in 4 panels and could be folded in triangle shape for carrying in pockets. Metallic embroidery on quilted velvet. The floral design is one of the national Uygur motifs that can be seen in many textiles and in paintings. Red plain-cotton lining."