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Turkmenistan - Delivery of some modern cot beds
The Modern World reaches everywhere (or at least the Soviet propaganda machine!)... A family in Turkmenistan receive some new metal-frame cot beds for their young children, which stand somewhat uncomfortably in front of their traditional yurt tents! Date: circa 1920s
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Encampment Frame Jun16 Nomadic Peoples Tent Tents Toddlers Turkic Turkmen Turkmenistan Turkmens Turkoman Turkomans Yurt Yurts
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1. Title: The Modern World Reaches Everywhere: A Family in Turkmenistan Receives Modern Cot Beds in Front of Their Traditional Yurts, Circa 1920s 2. Description: This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in the lives of a family in Turkmenistan as they embrace the modern world while maintaining their connection to their traditional way of life. The scene is set in a rural village or encampment, where yurt tents, the iconic and long-standing dwelling of the nomadic Turkmen people, dominate the landscape. In the foreground, several metal-frame cot beds, a symbol of modernity, are being delivered to the family, who stand nearby, looking on with curiosity and anticipation. The contrast between the new, metal-framed cots and the traditional, wooden yurts creates a striking juxtaposition, highlighting the intersection of old and new, tradition and innovation. The young toddlers, dressed in simple clothing, sit on the wooden chair, adding a sense of warmth and humanity to the image. The family, clad in traditional garments, forms a tight-knit group, emphasizing their strong bond and resilience in the face of change. 3. Keywords: yurt, tent, tents, yurts, village, camp, encampment, nomadic, people, peoples, frame, toddlers, wooden, chair, child, children, young, family, group, jun16, turkmenistan, central asia, asian, turkic, turkmens, turkmen, turkomans, turkoman. 4. Context: This photograph, taken circa 1920s, offers a glimpse into the lives of the Turkmen people during a time of transition. The image captures the essence of a culture that was, and still is, deeply rooted in tradition while embracing the modern world. The delivery of the metal-frame cot beds symbolizes the influence of the Soviet propaganda machine, as Turkmenistan was part of the Soviet Union during this period. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring spirit and adaptability of people as they navigate the complexities of change.
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