Ishik

Description

Ishik – is a traditional women’s winter fur coat. The coat is handmade. The base is made of black-brown karakul fur, sewn with the fur on the inside, while the outer surface is covered with burgundy velvet. The front edges are fully trimmed with black fabric and decorated with yellow embroidery (zér). At the ends of the collar, tassels made of green, yellow, and red threads are attached. Two silver crescent-shaped ornaments hang from rings on flowing chains. The inner side of the sleeves is lined with snow-white fabric.

Datе: mid-20th century.
Materials: Karakul fur, velvet, silver, wool, thread.
Technique: Fur processing, sewing, embroidery, metalworking, handmade.
Size: 46-48.