Turkmen Collection

Street scene in Yarkand, Yarkant, Turkmenistan, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888
UIG5414355 Street scene in Yarkand, Yarkant, Turkmenistan, historical illustration, wood engraving, circa 1888; UIG.

'A Turkoman Interior; Notes on Western Turkistan, 1875. Creator: Unknown
A Turkoman Interior; Notes on Western Turkistan, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

'Turcomans Dining; Notes on Western Turkistan, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Turcomans Dining; Notes on Western Turkistan, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

'Interior of a Turcoman Tent; Notes on Western Turkistan, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Interior of a Turcoman Tent; Notes on Western Turkistan, 1875. From Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] and Galpin

'A Well in the Hyrcanian desert; The Hyrcanian Desert, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
A Well in the Hyrcanian desert; The Hyrcanian Desert, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

'A Turkoman; The Hyrcanian Desert, 1875. Creator: Armin Vambery
A Turkoman; The Hyrcanian Desert, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London]

Turkoman Prisoner, First half of 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Turkoman Prisoner, First half of 17th century

Turkoman Prisoner (image 2 of 2), Second half of 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Turkoman Prisoner (image 2 of 2), Second half of 16th century

Turkoman Prisoner (image 1 of 2), Second half of 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Turkoman Prisoner (image 1 of 2), Second half of 16th century

Dervishes Sharing a Meal, c.1720-c.1737. Creator: Jean Baptiste Vanmour
Dervishes Sharing a Meal, c.1720-c.1737

Chapan or Khalat (Man's Outer Robe), Central Asia, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Chapan or Khalat (Man's Outer Robe), Central Asia, 19th century

Winter on the Steppe of Turkmenistan, Rider with a Carriage on a Camel in a Snowstorm, Historic
7278856 Winter on the Steppe of Turkmenistan, Rider with a Carriage on a Camel in a Snowstorm, Historic by Unknown Artist

Interior of a Turcoman Tent, c1891. Creator: James Grant
Interior of a Turcoman Tent, c1891. From " Cassells Illustrated History of India Vol. II.", by James Grant. [Cassell Petter & Galpin, London, Paris and New York]

Alexander Comforts the Dying Darius, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, c
Alexander Comforts the Dying Darius, page from a copy of the Shahnama of Firdausi, Timurid dynasty (ca. 1370-1507), c.1480/90

Cheval Turk, 1850 / 1900. Creator: Antoine-Louis Barye
Cheval Turk, 1850/1900

Costumes of Central Asia, late 19th Century (coloured engraving)
3640630 Costumes of Central Asia, late 19th Century (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes of Central Asia, late 19th Century)

Kay Khusraw installs Luhrasp as king, 1493-94 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper)
5932638 Kay Khusraw installs Luhrasp as king, 1493-94 (ink, opaque watercolor and gold on paper) by Persian School, (15th century); 34.7 x 24.3 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution

Mr O Donovans Journey through Central Asia, the Fortress of Merv (engraving)
1060565 Mr O Donovans Journey through Central Asia, the Fortress of Merv (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr O Donovans Journey through Central Asia)

The Afghan Boundary (engraving)
1591061 The Afghan Boundary (engraving) by Boot, William Henry James (1848-1918) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Boundary)

With the Afghan Boundary Commission (engraving)
1591013 With the Afghan Boundary Commission (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: With the Afghan Boundary Commission)

Carpet Weavers in Merv in Turkmenistan (chromolitho)
735509 Carpet Weavers in Merv in Turkmenistan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Carpet Weavers in Merv in Turkmenistan)

Map showing the Disputed Frontier between Russian Turkestan and Afghanistan (engraving)
1590998 Map showing the Disputed Frontier between Russian Turkestan and Afghanistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Map of Afghanistan and the Adjacent Territories of Russian Turkestan, Persia, and India (engraving)
1591060 Map of Afghanistan and the Adjacent Territories of Russian Turkestan, Persia, and India (engraving) by English School

Turkmen man posing with camel loaded with sacks of cotton, Central Asia, Russian Empire
698961 Turkmen man posing with camel loaded with sacks of cotton, Central Asia, Russian Empire, between 1905 and 1915 (photo) by Prokudin-Gorsky, Sergey (1863-1944); eGalerie Bilderwelt; Russian

A prince and princess surrounded by courtiers in a garden, c
5932591 A prince and princess surrounded by courtiers in a garden, c.1480 (opaque watercolor, ink, and gold on paper) by Persian School, (15th century); 25.4 x 16.1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art

Past Days on the Persian Border, a Turkoman Raid, the Tower of Refuge (engraving)
1591202 Past Days on the Persian Border, a Turkoman Raid, the Tower of Refuge (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Afghan Boundary Dispute (engraving)
1591086 The Afghan Boundary Dispute (engraving) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Boundary Dispute)

Map of Turkistan (engraving)
1105435 Map of Turkistan (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Map of Turkistan. Illustration for The Illustrated London News)

Costumes of Central Asia, late 19th Century (engraving)
968780 Costumes of Central Asia, late 19th Century (engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Costumes of Central Asia, late 19th Century)

Merchants Going to a Market in Ashgabat in Turkmenistan (chromolitho)
735504 Merchants Going to a Market in Ashgabat in Turkmenistan (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Afghan Boundary Question (engraving)
1591204 The Afghan Boundary Question (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Afghan Boundary Question, View of Pul-i-Khisti)

With the Afghan Boundary Commission, Turkomans erecting a Kibitka in the Camp at Bala Murghab (engraving)
1591050 With the Afghan Boundary Commission, Turkomans erecting a Kibitka in the Camp at Bala Murghab (engraving) by Simpson

Illustrated Manuscript, dated A. H. 815 / A. D. 1412. Creator: Unknown
Illustrated Manuscript, dated A.H. 815/ A.D. 1412

Siege of Baghdad, Folio from a Dispersed copy of the Zafarnama... 839 A.H. / A.D
Siege of Baghdad, Folio from a Dispersed copy of the Zafarnama (Book of Victory) of Sharaf al-din Ali Yazdi, Dhu l Hijja 839 A.H./A.D. June-July 1436

Timur before Battle, Folio from a Dispersed Copy of the Zafarnama... A.H. 839 / A.D. 1436
Timur before Battle, Folio from a Dispersed Copy of the Zafarnama (Book of Victories) of Sharaf al-din Ali Yazdi, A.H. 839/A.D. 1436

Conquest of Baghdad by Timur, Folio from a Zafarnama... Dhu l Hijja 839 A.H. / A.D
Conquest of Baghdad by Timur, Folio from a Zafarnama (Book of Victory), Dhu l Hijja 839 A.H./A.D. June-July 1436

Battle Scene, Folio from a Zafarnama (Book of Victories) of Sharaf al-Din Ali Yazdi, 1485-86

Ak Koyunlu Turks, c1906-1913, (1915). Creator: Mark Sykes
Ak Koyunlu Turks, c1906-1913, (1915). A group of men in Avrik, (Iraq?): we are the Ak Koyunlu Turks of Uzun Hassan. The Aq Qoyunlu (or Ak Koyunlu), also called the White Sheep Turkomans

Turcoman at Chatal Hobak, c1906-1913, (1915). Creator: Mark Sykes
Turcoman at Chatal Hobak, c1906-1913, (1915). Elderly man wearing a padded jacket, Central Asia, (Turkey?): On the top of Chatal Hobak I found an encampment of Yederli Turkomans

Two Tekke Turkoman rugs, c1800. From The Connoisseur Vol LXI, [Otto Limited, London, 1921]

Saryk Turkoman rug, early 18th century and Salor Turkoman rug, 18th century. From The Connoisseur Vol LXI, [Otto Limited, London, 1921]

Half of an Ersari Turkoman rug, c1700. The Ersari are a tribe of Turkmen people of Central Asia, and one of the five major tribes of the country of Turkmenistan

Yomut Turkoman carpet, c1700. From The Connoisseur Vol LX, [Otto Limited, London, 1921]

Worker on a collective farm in the Turkoman Republic, 1936. Agricultural worker with implement during the Soviet era. The Turkoman Republic or Turkmen Soviet Socialist Republic later became

Turkmen cover with fringe. From a private collection

Turkmenistan - Merv - The Carpet Market (Bazaar)
Turkmenistan - The Carpet Market (Bazaar) - near the site of Ancient Merv, formerly Achaemenid Satrapy of Margiana, and later Alexandria

Merv - Turkmenistan - Turkomen selling sweets at market
Turkmenistan - Turkomen selling sweets at market andria and Antiochia in Margiana - a major oasis-city in Central Asia, on the historical Silk Road, located near todays Mary in Turkmenistan

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Turkmenistan: From Merv to the Carpet Market" Step into the enchanting world of Turkmenistan, a land steeped in history and cultural treasures. Discover the ancient city of Merv, once a bustling hub along the Silk Road that witnessed centuries of trade and exchange. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of The Carpet Market, also known as Bazaar, where skillful artisans weave intricate patterns onto colorful carpets. Marvel at their craftsmanship and feel transported back in time as you walk through this tapestry wonderland. Winter on the Steppe of Turkmenistan unveils a breathtaking scene - picture a brave rider with a carriage braving a snowstorm atop a camel's back. This captivating image captures both the harshness and beauty found within these lands. Journey further into history with glimpses from Turkestan during The Famine in Turkestan (Asian Russia). Witnessing women being sold for market starvation is an unsettling reminder of past hardships endured by its people. Peek inside an authentic Turcoman Tent from 1891, courtesy of James Grant's lens. Experience firsthand how nomadic tribes lived harmoniously amidst vast landscapes, finding solace within their mobile dwellings. The Shahnama of Firdausi comes alive through Alexander Comforts the Dying Darius; witness this poignant moment captured on page. Delve into tales filled with bravery, honor, and legendary figures that have shaped Central Asian folklore for generations. Marvel at Cheval Turk - Antoine-Louis Barye's masterpiece capturing grace and strength embodied by these majestic creatures native to Turkmenistan. Admire their regal presence frozen forever in bronze form. Explore traditional Costumes of Central Asia from late 19th Century engravings; each garment tells stories woven intricately through threads representing diverse cultures inhabiting this region throughout history.