A hand sewn vintage silk chapan or overcoat from the  of Northern Afghanistan. 

A chapan which means "sewn together" in Turkic is an overcoat that is adorned with detailed threading come in a variety of colors and patterns. It is traditionally worn throughout Central Asia.

This lovely chapan is crafted from crimson silk with black and yellow stripes. It is embellished with fine black, white, and yellow embroidery around its perimeter and up the sides and triangular blue velvet patches. A colorful maroon floral liner adds another element of interest. 

Size: 3’5" x 4’5" [104cm x 135cm]

Age:

Origin: Northern 

Type of Textile: Turkmen Robe 

Condition: Very good 

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