Robe, first half 19th century or earlier, Attributed to Turkmenistan, Silk; embroidered in silk thread; cotton lining, L. 47 3/4

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Robe, first half 19th century or earlier, Attributed to Turkmenistan, Silk; embroidered in silk thread; cotton lining, L. 47 3/4 in. ( cm), Textiles-Costumes, Tekke Turkoman women's mantles are typically embroidered, by women, with small motifs in silk thread with a lacing stitch (kesdi). They are worn over the tunic (kurta) cloak-fashion, covering the head and shoulders, with the long vestigial sleeves hanging down the back and joined by an embroidered band

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