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Antique Turkmen Chuval, Kizyl Ayak Tribe, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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Antique Turkmen Chuval, Kizyl Ayak Tribe, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

19th century
Sold 9 October 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Recently acquired from a private collection, this rare and powerful Turkmen 'chuval' - storage bag-face - was most likely made by the Kizyl Ayak tribe during the early to mid 19th century.

What is particularly rare is the use of the 'dyrnak' gul, used as a minor gul here whereas amongst the Yomut Turkmen, it would have been used as a main gul or crest. At a guess, I'd say with this piece, we have a Yomut woman married into the dominant Kizyl Ayak tribe and able to use her gul as a minor ornament!

The magnificent madder-red field is stunning and the chuval is complete and in excellent condition.

Size: 1.37m x 0.92m (4' 6" x 3' 0").

Physical Dimensions
Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Chuval to the 1850s.

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SA1164237
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2069
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Description
Recently acquired from a private collection, this rare and powerful Turkmen 'chuval' - storage bag-face - was most likely made by the Kizyl Ayak tribe during the early to mid 19th century.
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What is particularly rare is the use of the 'dyrnak' gul, used as a minor gul here whereas amongst the Yomut Turkmen, it would have been used as a main gul or crest.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

At a guess, I'd say with this piece, we have a Yomut woman married into the dominant Kizyl Ayak tribe and able to use her gul as a minor ornament!

The magnificent madder-red field is stunning and the chuval is complete and in excellent condition.

Size: 1.37m x 0.92m (4' 6" x 3' 0").

Height
92cm (36.22")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Chuval to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1164237
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2069
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 handwoven Turkmen chuval featuring a dominant madder red field with repeating guls and geometric borders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Turkmen Chuval, Kizyl Ayak Tribe, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

Archive II An antique handwoven Turkmen chuval featuring a dominant madder red field with repeating guls and geometric borders. 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 handwoven Turkmen chuval featuring a dominant madder red field with repeating guls and geometric borders.
Antique Turkmen Chuval, Kizyl Ayak Tribe, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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An antique handwoven Turkmen chuval featuring a dominant madder red field with repeating guls and geometric borders.
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  • ObjectTribal Rugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNomadic Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Natural Dyes
  • ColourMadder Red
  • MotifsGuls, Geometric borders, Alemdar motifs
  • SizeH 92 cm (36 in) x W 137 cm (54 in)

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A chuval is a large, face-woven bag traditionally used by nomadic Turkmen tribes in Central Asia for household storage inside tents.

Authentic pieces feature hand-spun sheeps wool foundation and pile, frequently dyed using natural madder roots for rich red hues alongside indigo and yellow.

Authenticity is determined by examine natural colour variations in the wool, traditional tribal gul motifs, asymmetrical knotting, and hand-finished sides and borders.

Such pieces function as striking wall hangings or accent floor coverings, adding texture and historical depth to modern or traditional minimalist spaces.

Preservation requires gentle vacuuming without a beater bar, keeping the item out of direct sunlight to prevent fading, and periodic professional textile cleaning.
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