Shaikh of Baghdad at New York World's Fair. ca. 1939, New York, USA, The Shaikh of Baghdad. IRAQI PAVILION, New York World's Fair. The Shaikh of Baghdad in flowing robes of silk and sandals representing the costumes of tribal leaders in Iraq. The 'Igral and Kufiyah' (Head dress) is made of gold thread and silk. The elaborate dagger, a symbol of high distinction, is covered with gold and silver, studded with precious stones.