Prayer cap of parsi children
Description
According to Zoroastrian belief,covering the head offers protection from evil spirits.Hence wearing caps,especially at religious and certain social functions was considered important.As time progressed,this prescribed accessory of clothing developed a decorative dimension and cap making,particularly in Western India became a highly specialized craft.
Gift of Heta Pandit.
Collection
Textiles and Costumes of India
Object Type
Textile
Material
Silk with Zari
Schools/Culture/Period
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Technique
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Date
20th Century CE
Location
Mumbai
Dimension
Dia. 13.2 cm. Ht. 4.3 cm.