Loading

Embroidered Doppa Cap Decorated with Strings of Beads

Museum of Ethnic Cultures, Minzu University of China

Museum of Ethnic Cultures, Minzu University of China
Beijing, China

This embroidered cap is a "Doppa" is worn by Uygur women. It is made of aubergine velvet and lined with black flannel. The four sides are embroidered with designs using strings of ivory beads. This cap was given as a gift to Chairman Mao by a group of Uygurs visiting Beijing from Xinjiang to celebrate National Day in 1956.

Show lessRead more
  • Title: Embroidered Doppa Cap Decorated with Strings of Beads
  • Provenance: Museum of Ethnic Cultures, Minzu University of China
  • Original Source: http://bwg.muc.edu.cn/
  • Object type: Accessory
  • Ethnic group: Uygur
Museum of Ethnic Cultures, Minzu University of China

Get the app

Explore museums and play with Art Transfer, Pocket Galleries, Art Selfie, and more

Home
Discover
Play
Nearby
Favorites