Child's Talismanic Tunic

NameTunic

CultureTurkman

DateMid-to-late 20th Century

Place madeTurkmenistan, Central Asia, Asia

MediumCotton, glass beads, coins, shells, plastic buttons, mixed media

Dimensions17 11/16 × 16 1/8 in. (45 × 41 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, Museum of New Mexico Foundation, gift of the Friends of Folk Art, Folk Art Flea Market, A.2016.52.2

Object numberA.2016.52.2

DescriptionSmall child's tunic on primarily red cotton ground. Rows of fringe, buttons, tassels,with added shells and interspersed metal amulets, coins, and found metal objects.Open on sides with cotton ties under arm. Inner lining is white and floral cotton print.