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Decorative applied arts

Clasp

Fastener — a traditional Kazakh decorative and fastening accessory used with women’s traditional clothing. The fastener was used to join

Bed Cover

The bed cover is a household item used to cover the bedding. It protects blankets and pillows from dust and

Bed Cover

This item is a decorative bed cover designed to adorn a traditional Kazakh wooden bed. The edges are embroidered with

Argali Horns

The argali horns represent a unique natural morphological element with both zoological and ethnographic significance. The horns are intricately curved

“Aisha-Bibi” brick

The brick is made of clay. It was found near the mausoleum in the present-day village of Aisha-Bibi, Zhambyl District,

Colored felt

On the surface of the colored felt, national patterns of the Kazakh “koshkar muiyiz” are depicted. The patterns are embroidered

Colored felt

The surface of the felt is adorned with the national “ram’s horn” patterns of the Kazakh people. The designs are

Belt

Belt — a ceremonial men’s belt intended for display. It is made of brown leather with a thin leather overlay.

Syrmak

The carpet is made of felt. The carpet is painted in black, with patterns stitched in gray. The edges of

Bracelet

Metal bracelet, round and rounded, in the shape of a hoop with refined ends. Not ornamented. Date: 20th century. Technique:

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