Kimeshek

Description

A traditional headdress of Kazakh women.
It is made of white fabric and has an elongated shape that covers the head, neck, chest, and shoulders.
The upper part fits snugly around the head and is gathered in neat folds.
The edge of the front cut is decorated with embroidery in yellow, orange, red, and burgundy shades. The ornament runs along the entire front cut, emphasizing its verticality.
The Өңір бөлігі (front part) is quite restrained, with the main focus on the edge of the cut.
The ornament is made in a geometric style, with a repeating motif, which gives the kimeshek a decorative, but not excessive, look.
This kimeshek combines both practicality and decorativeness.
Date: 1950s
Technique: cutting, sewing, embroidery.
Size: back and front-74 cm, front-148 cm