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A digital archive showcasing the extensive collection of jewellery and adornment images shared on the former Ethnic Jewels Ning site over the years. These images have significantly enriched discussions on cultural adornment and its global dispersion.

Bridal headdress - Merkez Kapıkaya (Bergama) / Turkey.

Posted by Jean-Marie Criel on February 13, 2016 at 10:16pm
Traditional bridal headdress from Merkez Kapıkaya köyü (Kozak Yaylası, near Bergama, north of Izmir). Mid-20th century. Ethnic group: Alevi Türkmen. (Kavak Costume Collection - Antwerpen/Belgium). Reference: ‘Türkmen Giyimi’ – Sabiha Tansuğ.
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Tags: Anatolia, Anatolia., Turkey, headgear
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  • Lynn Ardent February 16, 2016 at 12:52am

    Fantastic photo references.  I have long admired your photo collection on pinterest.  I have two headdresses like this which I need to finish cleaning and then I will post them.

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