Zoomorphic ornaments in the decor of skullcaps

Zoomorphic ornaments in the decor of skullcaps

The ornaments on skullcaps demonstrate the amazing craftsmanship of embroiderers, national identity; convey the spirit of the people, love for life and the bright colours of nature, the desire to embody images of the surrounding world in colour as they are seen in the poetic tradition.

Ornaments are plant, zoomorphic, geometric and epigraphic. Among the zoomorphic ornaments the image of ram horns is often found – a symbol of strength, courage, protection. The ilon izi pattern (snake’s trace) plays the role of an amulet. The image of fish symbolizes female fertility. Motley birds among plant patterns personify folk ideas about happiness.

You can learn more about the topic in the book-album "The Collection of the State Museum of the History of Uzbekistan" (Volume XXVII) in the series "The Cultural Legacy of Uzbekistan".

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Zoomorphic ornaments in the decor of skullcaps