Folio Wall Art - Khalkha Girl's Winter Cap (Tortsog) - National Costumes of the M.P.R. by U Yadamsuren 1967

Original Folio Coloured Plate  Size 34cm x 25cm.

The Khalkha Girl's Winter Cap (Tortsog) is a traditional Mongolian headpiece worn by young girls, particularly among the Khalkha ethnic group, the largest in Mongolia. It is part of the broader tradition of Mongolian national costumes, which are known for their intricate designs, practical functionality, and deep cultural symbolism.

The tortsog is depicted as a winter cap designed to provide warmth in Mongolia’s harsh climate. Typically, it is made from luxurious materials such as silk, velvet, or brocade, and is lined with fur for insulation. The tortsog is often adorned with decorative elements, including embroidery, beads, and sometimes metal ornaments, reflecting the wearer’s social status and regional identity.

The gold paint used in the illustration adds a luminous, almost three-dimensional quality to the image. It is a form of metallic pigment or gold leaf applied to highlight specific elements, such as embroidery, jewellery, or the embellishments on clothing and headpieces. This technique enhances the sense of opulence and reflects the historical use of gold and gilded decorations in Mongolian aristocratic and ceremonial dress.

Yadamsuren, a well-known Mongolian artist and ethnographer whose work captures the aesthetic and cultural significance of garments like the tortsog, ensuring that these traditions are remembered and appreciated.

The national dress of the Mongols has a rich history and an artistic tradition of many centuries.  

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