Tubeteika Skullcap (Doppilar)

Uzbekistan

Late 20th century

Cotton, embroidery 

The Doppi is a man’s skullcap, worn widely throughout Central Asia but especially in Uzbekistan, where it has become part of the Uzbek national costume. Muslim men often wear a skullcap when in public, and always while praying at a mosque or attending a religious observance. Covering one’s head is considered an act of devotion, demonstrating devoutness and humility before God.