How were these textiles used?

Nomadic communities utilised these pieces as utilitarian bags, tent door portieres, and animal decorations for camels and horses during ceremonies and migrations. Many items also served as dowry embroideries or domestic wall hangings intended to decorate yurt interiors and living spaces.

How do I hang a textile?

You can mount these pieces on walls using a non-damaging sleeve attachment or display them flat behind protective glass. Ensure the weight of the textile distributes evenly across the support structure to prevent pulling on the wool or cotton fibres.

How do I clean an antique textile?

Gently vacuum the surface on a low setting through a mesh screen to remove surface dust without disturbing the fringe or beads. Avoid liquid cleaning or immersion unless handled by a professional textile conservator to protect natural dyes.

How do I tell tribal groups apart?

Tribal attribution relies on distinctive structural designs, colour combinations, and recurring motifs such as specific gul patterns. Tekke, Yomut, Ersari, and Lakai groups each maintained unique weaving traditions and knotting or embroidery techniques.