Central Asian Özbekistan (Uzbekistan) - Kaltapuşak Headdress

An Özbek (Uzbek) or Tocik (Tajik) Kaltapuşak Headdress from Özbekistan (Uzbekistan). A Kaltapuşak is considered a modest, but significant type of headdress for young girls. It is thought to have symbolized youth and innocence. It was often adorned with embroidery and other decorative elements, making it an important part of traditional Özbek and Tocik attire.

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