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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:
Thanks and best wishes,
J. Barry O'Connell Jr.
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