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Antique Turkmen 'Kap', Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

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

19th century
Description

A rare and beautiful 'kap' (small storage bag) made by Yomut tribes in the trans-Caspian region of Turkmenistan circa 1860-1870. .

This kap has a rare field design and is in excellent condition, complete with plain-weave back and tassels.

Kaps were made for carrying small personal items and were tied to the flanks of the camels during migrations.

Size: 71cm x 36cm (2' 4" x 1' 2") excluding tassels.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Yomut Kap to the 1860s.

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SA1221294
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BM2247
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Description
A rare and beautiful 'kap' (small storage bag) made by Yomut tribes in the trans-Caspian region of Turkmenistan circa 1860-1870. .
This kap has a rare field design and is in excellent condition, complete with plain-weave back and tassels.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Kaps were made for carrying small personal items and were tied to the flanks of the camels during migrations.

Size: 71cm x 36cm (2' 4" x 1' 2") excluding tassels.

Height
36cm (14.17")
Width
71cm (27.95")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Yomut Kap to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1221294
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2247
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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A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides.
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Archive I A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides.

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

Archive II A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides. View II
Archive III A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides. View III
Archive IV A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides. View IV
Archive V A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides. View V
Archive VI A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides. View VI
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides.
Antique Turkmen 'Kap', Yomut Tribes, Trans-Caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
Ref: SA1221294
A rectangular hand-knotted wool Turkmen bag face with repeating geometric red, ivory, and indigo motifs, surrounded by long woven tassels on three sides.
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Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

A Kap is a small, handwoven storage bag or pouch crafted by nomadic Turkmen tribes, traditionally used to hold household goods inside yurts or during nomadic migrations.

These textiles are hand-knotted using hand-spun sheep wool, coloured with natural plant and mineral dyes, and finished with knotted fringes and braided cords.

Authentic Yomut pieces feature distinct geometric gul motifs, deep madder red and indigo colour palettes, hand-spun wool warp and weft threads, and natural irregularities inherent to tribal handloom weaving.

Tribal textile bags can be mounted on a neutral wall as textural art, draped over wooden furniture, or framed inside a shadow box to display historical craftsmanship.

Keep the wool textile out of direct sunlight, vacuum gently without a rotating brush bar, and consult a professional textile conservator for specialized washing.
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