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Antique Turkmen Bukcha, Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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Antique Turkmen Bukcha, Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

19th century
Sold 14 April 2026 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

This fabulous 'bukcha' - a bag which was made for containing the large, flat wedding bread - was made by Yomut Turkmen in the trans-Caspian Steppes during the last quarter of the 19th century and a similar example is illustrated in my 3rd edition 'Tribal Rugs - Treasures of the Black Tent' on page 49.

However, an unusual and rare aspect of the design in this bukcha is the use of the 'kotchak' symbol on all four panels.

After the bread was presented to the bridegroom at the wedding ceremony, it was utilised by the bride for containing her most treasured small possessions. This was a highly-prized weaving and was never intended to be sold commercially.

It is woven in a specific way: four triangles are knotted to the sides of a rectangular flat-weave kilim and, when folded inwards, they form the envelope shape of the bukcha. Three flaps are sewn together with the upper flap being left loose to act as the opener.

Considered to rank as one of the most highly regarded weavings in a Turkmen collection, bukchas are now very rare and this beautiful piece has been completely preserved with its braided surrounding band containing tassels.

Size: 69cm x 69cm (2' 3" x 2' 3") excluding tassels.

Physical Dimensions
Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Bukcha to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1206249
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2255
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Description
This fabulous 'bukcha' - a bag which was made for containing the large, flat wedding bread - was made by Yomut Turkmen in the trans-Caspian Steppes during the last quarter of the 19th century and a similar example is illustrated in my 3rd edition 'Tribal Rugs - Treasures of the Black Tent' on page 49.
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However, an unusual and rare aspect of the design in this bukcha is the use of the 'kotchak' symbol on all four panels.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
fig 1. An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge.
fig 1. Antique Turkmen Bukcha, Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

After the bread was presented to the bridegroom at the wedding ceremony, it was utilised by the bride for containing her most treasured small possessions. This was a highly-prized weaving and was never intended to be sold commercially.

fig 2. An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge.
fig 2. Antique Turkmen Bukcha, Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

It is woven in a specific way: four triangles are knotted to the sides of a rectangular flat-weave kilim and, when folded inwards, they form the envelope shape of the bukcha. Three flaps are sewn together with the upper flap being left loose to act as the opener.

fig 3. An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge.
fig 3. Antique Turkmen Bukcha, Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

Considered to rank as one of the most highly regarded weavings in a Turkmen collection, bukchas are now very rare and this beautiful piece has been completely preserved with its braided surrounding band containing tassels.

Size: 69cm x 69cm (2' 3" x 2' 3") excluding tassels.

Height
69cm (27.17")
Width
69cm (27.17")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Bukcha to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1206249
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2255
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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An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Turkmen Bukcha, Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

Archive II An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge. View II
Archive III An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge. View III
Archive IV An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge. View IV
Archive V An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge. View V
Archive VI An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge. View VI
Archive VII An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge. View VII
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
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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
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An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge.
Antique Turkmen Bukcha, Yomut Tribes, Trans-Caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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An antique Turkmen Yomut bukcha featuring a red and blue diamond geometric pattern with numerous hanging tassels along the lower edge.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTextile
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNomadic Tribal
  • MaterialWool, cotton
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsGuel motifs, Diamond lattice, Tassels, Geometric borders
  • SizeH 69 cm (27 in) x W 69 cm (27 in)

FAQs

A bukcha is a traditional envelope-style storage bag or wrapper crafted by nomadic and semi-nomadic tribes in Central Asia, historically used for storing clothing, valuables, or bedding inside a yurt.

These pieces are typically hand-knotted or flat-woven using hand-spun wool, often featuring supplementary weft-wrapping or pile-woven face panels, dyed with natural madder reds and indigo.

Authenticity is determined by examining wool quality, natural dye oxidation, structural asymmetry from hand-spun yarns, and tribal-specific geometric motifs characteristic of groups like the Yomut or Tekke.

Such textiles are frequently mounted behind UV-protected glass as wall art or displayed as accent pieces in eclectic, maximalist, or refined rustic interiors to add texture and historical depth.

Preservation requires keeping the textile out of direct sunlight to prevent fading, avoiding high humidity, and gently vacuuming through a mesh screen on a low setting to remove dust without damaging fragile fibres.
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