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The Kappen |
| Section: CULTURE / PEOPLES |
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| Publication: The world & I online |
| Issue Date: 1/1/2002 |
| Size: 348 Words, 2,124 Characters |
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The Kappen are ornate, impressive, and quite unwieldy headdresses. They can measure up to twelve feet in length and weigh up to sixty pounds. The Glöckler must hold his hat in place with the help of two wooden handles. Each group has its own distinctive Kappen; howe...
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...ack paper. The designs are then cut out with a knife, and pieces of colored paper are glued onto the now lacework-like paper. The Kappen is ultimately edged with white-frilled silk paper.
On Epiphany Day, the most beautiful Kappen (each group is permitted to pick up to three of its hats to be displayed) are exhibited. Those deemed the most outstanding will receive prizes.--M.T.M.
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