Yomut carpet

Mid 19th century - Yomut ensi (door hanging)
Yomut design on the Turkmen flag.

The Yomut carpet[1] is a type of Turkmen rug traditionally handwoven by the Yomut or Yomud, one of the five major tribes of Turkmenistan. A Yomut design, along with designs from the other major tribes, is featured on the coat of arms and the flag of Turkmenistan.

Design

Traditionally, the Yomut carpet uses gul motifs in different shapes and sizes. Commonly edged with florets, the Yomut carpet is noted by Britannica for its borders that usually follow a geometric vine design. Diamond-shaped motifs, attached by latch hooks, are also a common observation in the carpet. Britannica described its color pallet as ranging from a reddish brown to plum shades.[2]

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Yomut carpet | Yomut Carpet | Tribal, Geometric, Wool | Britannica". britannica.com. Retrieved 22 August 2025.
  2. ↑ "Yomut Main Carpet - The Metropolitan Museum of Art". www.metmuseum.org. Archived from the original on 2025-12-24. Retrieved 2026-06-05.
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