The Tom Gasho Antique Yomud Mafrash

Antique Yomud Turkoman Mafrash@tribalsource
Item # 2504297533

Description
Turkoman Mafrash, Yomud group, Central Asia, 19th century, 2’1” x 1’1”
The field design seen here in this Yomud Turkoman mafrash (small shallow bag) is very different, a rare form of a nine “gol” format. The minor or secondary “gols” are very different and I cannot recall seeing them before.

These star secondaries are highlighted with white 1-2-1 cross motifs which add a shimmering effect to the surface design, an attractive feature.

The border is a motif which has been described by Elena Tsareva of St. Petersburg as a “bride’s belt” motif, further suggesting the fact this piece is probably a dowry weaving as many of these posh pile bags are.

.JBOC: Compare this piece to Thompson Yomud Mafrash Lot 40. This piece was collected by Tom Gasho.

For Further Reading:

Persian Rugs and Carpet Turkish Rugs Turkmen Rugs

JBOC's Notes on the Bible Southwest Asia Time Line Caucasian Rugs

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Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

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