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Antique Turkmen Engsi, Igdyr Tribe, Astrakhan Province, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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Antique Turkmen Engsi, Igdyr Tribe, Astrakhan Province, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

19th century
Sold 20 April 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

This fantastic Turkmen Engsi (yurt door-rug), must rank as one of the very best in the world market and from the few illustrated in private collections.

Made by the Igdyr tribe - affiliated to the Chowdur and Yomut tribes - it would have been made around the beginning of the 19th century, possibly earlier.

The drawing of the design is superb, comprising an early, natural, deep aubergine-dye, used in the four symbolic gardens with tiny 'birds-heads' and quincunx symbols scattered throughout. It is important to observe how the these tiny symbols have minimal highlighting in the lower two panels and then appear to be more profusely highlighted in the upper two panels. Whatever the weaver was trying to tell us here has sadly been lost in the passage of time.

Particularly striking are the 'elems' - the two lower panels - the upper elem in magnificent glowing madder-red and the lower elem in an abrash of sky and mid blue - absolutely stunning!

I've thoroughly enjoyed it for a week and I must say, I'm sorry to see it go but now it has gone to a very good home where it will be treasured.

If there is a rug to die for then this is it!

Size: 1.76m x 1.33m (5' 9" x 4' 4").

Physical Dimensions
Height
176cm (69.29")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Engsi to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1137709
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2162
Dealers Notes

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Description
This fantastic Turkmen Engsi (yurt door-rug), must rank as one of the very best in the world market and from the few illustrated in private collections.
“
Made by the Igdyr tribe - affiliated to the Chowdur and Yomut tribes - it would have been made around the beginning of the 19th century, possibly earlier.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
fig 1. An antique hand-knotted Turkmen engsi featuring a cruciform design divided into four quarters on a deep red field.
fig 1. Antique Turkmen Engsi, Igdyr Tribe, Astrakhan Province, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

The drawing of the design is superb, comprising an early, natural, deep aubergine-dye, used in the four symbolic gardens with tiny 'birds-heads' and quincunx symbols scattered throughout. It is important to observe how the these tiny symbols have minimal highlighting in the lower two panels and then appear to be more profusely highlighted in the upper two panels. Whatever the weaver was trying to tell us here has sadly been lost in the passage of time.

fig 2. An antique hand-knotted Turkmen engsi featuring a cruciform design divided into four quarters on a deep red field.
fig 2. Antique Turkmen Engsi, Igdyr Tribe, Astrakhan Province, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

Particularly striking are the 'elems' - the two lower panels - the upper elem in magnificent glowing madder-red and the lower elem in an abrash of sky and mid blue - absolutely stunning!

I've thoroughly enjoyed it for a week and I must say, I'm sorry to see it go but now it has gone to a very good home where it will be treasured.

If there is a rug to die for then this is it!

Size: 1.76m x 1.33m (5' 9" x 4' 4").

Height
176cm (69.29")
Width
133cm (52.36")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Engsi to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137709
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2162
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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Archive I An antique hand-knotted Turkmen engsi featuring a cruciform design divided into four quarters on a deep red field. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Turkmen Engsi, Igdyr Tribe, Astrakhan Province, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

Archive II An antique hand-knotted Turkmen engsi featuring a cruciform design divided into four quarters on a deep red field. View II
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
Location
North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rugmac
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 112
Items Sold 1,075
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique hand-knotted Turkmen engsi featuring a cruciform design divided into four quarters on a deep red field.
Antique Turkmen Engsi, Igdyr Tribe, Astrakhan Province, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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An antique hand-knotted Turkmen engsi featuring a cruciform design divided into four quarters on a deep red field.
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  • ObjectRugs & Carpets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTribal Central Asian
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourDeep Red
  • MotifsCruciform layout, Candelabra motifs, Asymmetric geometric borders
  • SizeH 176 cm (69 in) x W 133 cm (52 in)

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An engsi is a specialised rug traditionally hung over the entrance inside a nomad tent or yurt, functioning as a door covering rather than a floor covering.

These pieces are typically hand-knotted using hand-spun wool for both the pile and foundation, often dyed with natural madder and indigo colourants.

Authenticity is identified through characteristic asymmetric knots, specific tribal motifs, natural dye variations, and authentic wool wear patterns.

They work well as striking wall hangings or statement floor pieces, anchoring contemporary furniture schemes with rich texture and heritage.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without a beater bar, professional organic washing when necessary, and protection from direct sunlight.
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