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Antique Kyrgyz Felt Ok Bash with Horse Hair Tassels, Circa 1900.
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Antique Kyrgyz Felt Ok Bash with Horse Hair Tassels, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920
Description

Size: 3ft 7in x 1ft 3in (108 x 37cm). Including tassels.

Antique Kyrgyz felt 'ok bash' cover for yurt tent poles.

Circa 1900.

Ok bash were decorative covers used by the nomadic tribes to cover the ends of the long wooden poles or struts, that were used in the construction of the family yurt. During the migration the poles were strapped to the sides of camels and these highly decorative bags covered the ends of the poles.

Ok bash are found in piled, felt and flat weave formats, this example from Kyrgyzstan is in felt, with the archaic design inlayed in darker coloured felt, the decorative tassels made of horse hair have then been applied.

Excellent condition with very slight signs of wear through use visible on the reverse.

An excellent tribal display item in original condition.

Stock Number: D-1245.

Physical Dimensions
Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Kyrgyz Felt Textile to the 1900s.

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SA1157180
Dealers Internal Reference
D-1245
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Description
Size: 3ft 7in x 1ft 3in (108 x 37cm). Including tassels.

Antique Kyrgyz felt 'ok bash' cover for yurt tent poles.

Circa 1900.

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Ok bash were decorative covers used by the nomadic tribes to cover the ends of the long wooden poles or struts, that were used in the construction of the family yurt.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

During the migration the poles were strapped to the sides of camels and these highly decorative bags covered the ends of the poles.

fig 1. A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair.
fig 1. Antique Kyrgyz Felt Ok Bash with Horse Hair Tassels, Circa 1900.

Ok bash are found in piled, felt and flat weave formats, this example from Kyrgyzstan is in felt, with the archaic design inlayed in darker coloured felt, the decorative tassels made of horse hair have then been applied.

Excellent condition with very slight signs of wear through use visible on the reverse.

An excellent tribal display item in original condition.

Stock Number: D-1245.

Height
108cm (42.52")
Width
37cm (14.57")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Kyrgyz Felt Textile to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1157180
Dealers Internal Ref
D-1245
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A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair.
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Archive I A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair.

Antique Kyrgyz Felt Ok Bash with Horse Hair Tassels, Circa 1900.

Archive II A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair. View II
Archive III A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair. View III
Archive IV A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair. View IV
Archive V A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair. View V
Archive VI A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair. View VI
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A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair.
ANTIQUE KYRGYZ FELT OK BASH WITH HORSE HAIR TASSELS, CIRCA 1900.
Ref: SA1157180
A terracotta red felt panel embroidered with off-white and dark brown scroll motifs, featuring cascading tier tassels made of dark horsehair.
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  • ObjectTribal Wall Hanging
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleCentral Asian Tribal
  • MaterialFelted Wool, Horsehair, Cotton
  • ColourTerracotta Red
  • MotifsRam horn scrolls, Couched cord embroidery, Horsehair tassels
  • SizeH 108 cm (43 in) x W 37 cm (15 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

This antique Kyrgyz ok bash cover is a traditional Central Asian tribal wall hanging dating from circa 1900, originally used by nomadic tribes as a decorative cover for the ends of wooden yurt tent poles. Formed from terracotta red felted wool, the piece features couched cord embroidery and inlaid ram horn scroll motifs in contrasting dark brown and off-white. The lower edge supports multiple cascading tiers of dark horsehair tassels accented with red and white threads. The construction includes a tapering pointed shape with a straight top edge finished with a woven border and side binding. Measuring 108 cm high, 37 cm wide, and 2 cm deep including the tassels, this textile item is designed for display on a narrow wall space in a home.

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An ok bash is a traditional felt decorative cover crafted by nomadic Central Asian tribes, particularly the Kyrgyz, designed to protect the curved ends of yurt roof poles during transport and hang inside the home as an ornamental piece.

These textiles were constructed from dense felted sheep wool, embellished with couched cord embroidery or applique motifs, and finished with braided cords and cascading natural horsehair tassels.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-rolled wool felt of variable density, hand-dyed yarns with subtle colour variation, hand-spun thread bindings, and symbolic ram horn motifs typical of Central Asian tribal iconography.

These tactile objects can be mounted inside custom acrylic display boxes or hung from minimalist timber rods to serve as statement wall art in contemporary, bohemian, or eclectic interiors.

Display the item away from direct sunlight to protect natural dyes, maintain stable humidity levels, protect against moths, and clean gently with a low-suction vacuum through a protective mesh screen.
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