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Clothing and embroidery

Kimeshek

The kimeshek is a traditional national headdress of Kazakh women. It is made of white fabric and designed in a

Kimeshek

The kimeshek is a traditional national headdress of Kazakh women. It is made of white fabric and designed in a

Ak Kalpak

Ak Kalpak – a traditional men’s headdress. The top part is decorated with a tassel made of black threads, while

Kazakh national dress

Kazakh national dress – a traditional garment intended for a young girl. The dress is white in color and made

Pillow

Pillow – a household item intended to support the head during rest and sleep. The inside is filled with cotton,

Pillow

Pillow – a household item intended to support the head during rest and sleep. The inside is filled with cotton,

Pillow

Pillow – a household item intended to support the head during rest and sleep. The inside is filled with cotton,

Skullcap

Skullcap (Taqiya). A traditional national headdress of the Kazakh people. It is round in shape, lightweight, and comfortable to wear.

Hat

This hat belonged to composer Erkegali Rakhmadiyev. It is yellow in color and round in shape, made of flat palm

Kandura

This kandura, a traditional Arab garment, belonged to composer Erkegali Rakhmadiyev and was worn by him during his trip to

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