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Yomud Engsi
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Yomud Engsi

1900 - 1920
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Another example of the Turkoman velvet as they call it. These Yomud pieces are noted for their plum red dyes and bold borders. Symmetrically knotted with the finest quality wool they are more collectors pieces than furnishing items although I think this one works in either capacity. Originally a door hanging the near square format makes them useful pieces in the home. For me the white borders filled with serrated motifs are the highlight. They border the rug and its inner panels and provide a contrast to the dark red ground. There is one motif that is drawn differently from the others, quite deliberately I think. Note the collisions that occur when they meet at the corners and the weaver has to work out how the two lines merge. This for me is the magic of handwoven rugs, random elements, mistakes and a story that they construct as you pick the design apart. I love the decorative end panels too, the deep plum elem end almost appears to belong on a different rug.

Very good condition, the bottom end is not secured and a few knots are slipping down the warps.

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Height
167cm (65.75")
Width
138cm (54.33")
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Phil Bell Antique Rugs has dated this Yomud Engsi Turkmen Rug to the 1910s.

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SA1213478
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479
Description
Another example of the Turkoman velvet as they call it. These Yomud pieces are noted for their plum red dyes and bold borders.
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Symmetrically knotted with the finest quality wool they are more collectors pieces than furnishing items although I think this one works in either capacity.
Phil Bell Antique Rugs

Originally a door hanging the near square format makes them useful pieces in the home. For me the white borders filled with serrated motifs are the highlight. They border the rug and its inner panels and provide a contrast to the dark red ground. There is one motif that is drawn differently from the others, quite deliberately I think. Note the collisions that occur when they meet at the corners and the weaver has to work out how the two lines merge. This for me is the magic of handwoven rugs, random elements, mistakes and a story that they construct as you pick the design apart. I love the decorative end panels too, the deep plum elem end almost appears to belong on a different rug.

Very good condition, the bottom end is not secured and a few knots are slipping down the warps.

Height
167cm (65.75")
Width
138cm (54.33")
Date of Manufacture

Phil Bell Antique Rugs has dated this Yomud Engsi Turkmen Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1213478
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479
Phil Bell Antique Rugs
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A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt.
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Archive I A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt.

Yomud Engsi

Archive II A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt. View II
Archive III A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt. View III
Archive IV A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt. View IV
Archive V A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt. View V
Archive VI A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt. View VI
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A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt.
Yomud Engsi
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A hand-knotted dark red Yomud Engsi wool rug featuring a cruciform central pattern, geometric borders, and a patterned lower elem skirt.
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An Engsi (or Ensi) is a specialised style of Turkmen hand-knotted rug originally crafted by nomadic tribes, such as the Yomud, to serve as a doorway hanging for a yurt (tent). They are instantly identifiable by a four-part central field divided by a cross-like cruciform motif known as a hatchli design.

Traditional Turkmen rugs are woven entirely from hand-spun sheeps wool on wool warps and wefts. The rich red, deep aubergine, navy, and brown shades were historically achieved using natural vegetable dyes, including madder root and indigo.

Authentic Engsi rugs feature a four-panel layout, stylized geometric representations of flora or animal motifs, and an extended decorative lower border panel called an elem. The reverse side typically shows tightly knotted wool construction with subtle irregularities characteristic of nomadic hand-loom weaving.

Deep red geometric tribal rugs provide visual structure and warmth when layered over neutral timber flooring or placed beneath minimal modern furniture. The rich tones pair effectively with dark wood cabinetry, leather upholstery, and brass fixtures.

Vacuum the rug regularly using suction only without a rotating brush bar to protect the pile and selvage edges. Promptly blot spills with a clean cloth and lukewarm water, avoiding harsh chemical cleaners, and consult a professional rug restorer for periodic deep cleaning.
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