Traditional women’s sleeveless jacket

Description

Käzhekey is a traditional sleeveless outer garment worn by Kazakh women over a dress. The decoration varied depending on the woman’s age, with styles for young girls and brides being especially ornate. This particular käzhekey is made of burgundy velvet fabric, with its edges adorned with gold braid. The inner lining is sewn from green satin, combining comfort with elegance. It typically fastens with a single button and is tailored to complement the dress underneath.
Date: 1950s of the 20th century.
Material: Velvet, satin, gold braid.
Technique: Sewing, embroidery, decorative finishing.
Size: 46.