Islamic Art and Fine Objects

A TURKISH SUFI MEVLANA DERVISH SIKKE HAT WITH GREEN DESTAR, 19TH - 20TH CENTURY

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Start price: £380

Estimated price: £400 - £600

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Description

This authentic handmade Turkish Sufi dervish hat, traditionally known as a sikke, is associated with the Mevlevi Order. The primary structure is composed of thick, brown felted wool. The object features a tall, cylindrical form with a flat crown and an open base. A wide band of emerald green fabric, identified as a destar, is wrapped around the lower circumference in a distinct overlapping pattern. A single vertical strip of matching green material extends from the base over the crown. The fabric is secured with several small, pink-headed pins.

H: 25cm, Diameter: 20cm