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Antique Turkmen Spindle-bag, Yomut Tribes, Trans-caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
For sale by Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
for sale €1,463     $1,588
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

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

19th century
Description

This is a magnificent spindle-bag made by Yomut Turkmen during the last quarter 19th century in the trans-Caspian steppes, Turkmenistan.

The bag which comprises vertical rows of small 'guls' or tribal crests in knotted-pile on the face, is complete wth plain-weave back and braided cords attached to the sides and base which were originally used for hanging the bag on the camels and inside the yurts.

Size: 57 x 32cm (1' 11" x 1' 1").

Physical Dimensions
Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Declaration

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

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SA1224716
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BM/B3
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Description
This is a magnificent spindle-bag made by Yomut Turkmen during the last quarter 19th century in the trans-Caspian steppes, Turkmenistan.

The bag which comprises vertical rows of small 'guls' or tribal crests in knotted-pile on the face, is complete wth plain-weave back and braided cords attached to the sides and base which were originally used for hanging the bag on the camels and inside the yurts.

Size: 57 x 32cm (1' 11" x 1' 1").

Height
57cm (22.44")
Width
32cm (12.60")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1224716
Dealers Internal Ref
BM/B3
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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An antique Turkmen woven wool spindle bag featuring geometric tribal motifs in red, blue, and white, finished with braided edges and suspended wool tassels.
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Archive I An antique Turkmen woven wool spindle bag featuring geometric tribal motifs in red, blue, and white, finished with braided edges and suspended wool tassels.

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

Archive II An antique Turkmen woven wool spindle bag featuring geometric tribal motifs in red, blue, and white, finished with braided edges and suspended wool tassels. View II
Archive III An antique Turkmen woven wool spindle bag featuring geometric tribal motifs in red, blue, and white, finished with braided edges and suspended wool tassels. View III
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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
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique Turkmen woven wool spindle bag featuring geometric tribal motifs in red, blue, and white, finished with braided edges and suspended wool tassels.
Antique Turkmen Spindle-Bag, Yomut Tribes, Trans-Caspian Steppes, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
Ref: SA1224716
An antique Turkmen woven wool spindle bag featuring geometric tribal motifs in red, blue, and white, finished with braided edges and suspended wool tassels.
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  • ObjectTextile Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTurkmen Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourDeep Red
  • MotifsGeometric latch-hooks, Braided side borders, Wool tassels, Vertical pattern bands
  • SizeH 57 cm (22 in) x W 32 cm (13 in)

This antique Yomut Turkmen spindle-bag originates from the trans-Caspian steppes of Central Asia, dating to 1880 during the late nineteenth century. Composed of woven wool, the textile art piece displays deep red, blue, and white tones forming vertical pattern bands of geometric latch-hooks and tribal crest motifs. The face exhibits a knotted-pile construction complete with a plain-weave back, while braided side borders frame the main field. Various wool tassels suspend from the edges and base alongside braided hanging cords attached to the sides. Measuring 57 cm high by 32 cm wide, the compact dimensions suit placement on a narrow wall space within a home today. The design vibe brings Glastonbury Boho character to an interior setting, referencing traditional nomadic furnishings originally used inside yurts and on camels.

FAQs

A Turkmen spindle bag, historically known as an ikhtiyar, is a specialised narrow woven container created by nomadic tribes in Central Asia to store and transport drop spindles and wool fibers during migration.

Traditional Turkmen textiles are woven using hand-spun wool yarn for both the warp and weft, coloured with natural vegetable dyes, and finished with hand-braided wool cords and tassel trims.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-spun wool construction, natural dye colour variations known as abrash, traditional geometric latch-hook or gul patterns, and structural hand-braided side salvage finishes.

An antique tribal bag can be mounted as decorative wall art in a narrow hallway, styled within a gallery wall arrangement, or displayed on a custom stand to bring historic texture into contemporary spaces.

To preserve antique wool textiles, clean gently using a low-suction vacuum through a protective mesh screen, keep the piece away from direct sunlight to avoid fading, and consult a professional textile conservator for washing.
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