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This is a Turkmen Chirpy.  It is worn over the head like a mantle.  The black silk fabric signifies that it was worn by an unmarried woman, whereas a yellow  ...
This is a Turkmen Chirpy.  It is worn over the head like a mantle.  The black silk fabric signifies that it was worn by an unmarried woman, whereas a yellow  ...
This is a Turkmen Chirpy.  It is worn over the head like a mantle.  The black silk fabric signifies that it was worn by an unmarried woman, whereas a yellow  ...
This is a Turkmen Chirpy.  It is worn over the head like a mantle.  The black silk fabric signifies that it was worn by an unmarried woman, whereas a yellow  ...
This is a Turkmen Chirpy.  It is worn over the head like a mantle.  The black silk fabric signifies that it was worn by an unmarried woman, whereas a yellow  ...
This is a Turkmen Chirpy.  It is worn over the head like a mantle.  The black silk fabric signifies that it was worn by an unmarried woman, whereas a yellow  ...
This is a Turkmen Chirpy. It is worn over the head like a mantle. The black silk fabric signifies that it was worn by an unmarried woman, whereas a yellow fabric signifies that it was worn by a married woman. It has vestigial sleeves which is the traditional form of the Chirpy. The condition is excellent and it was probably made during the early part of the 20th century. It is 45 inches long.
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