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A Nomadic family group from Turkmenistan - inside their yurt
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A Nomadic family group from Turkmenistan - inside their yurt
A Nomadic family group from Turkmenistan - inside their fantastic yurt, seemingly piled high with blankets and trade goods. Date: circa 1905
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Blankets Cloth Fabric Nomad Nomadic Nomads Piles Silk Steppe Steppes Trader Traders Turkic Turkmenistan
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, a nomadic family from Turkmenistan gathers inside their yurt, a traditional circular dwelling that has been a staple of Central Asian nomadic life for centuries. Dating back to circa 1905, this image offers a glimpse into the rich history and culture of the Turkic people, who have called the steppes of Central Asia home for millennia. The family members, dressed in their traditional clothing, appear warm and content within the cozy confines of their yurt. The interior is adorned with an abundance of blankets and trade goods, piled high and adding to the sense of warmth and comfort. The yurt's walls are covered in cloth and fabric, providing insulation from the harsh climate outside. The father of the family, wearing a tall, conical hat, sits cross-legged on a mat, while his wife and children huddle around him. The family's possessions, including silk textiles and various trade goods, are scattered throughout the yurt. The presence of these items suggests that the family may have been involved in the Silk Road trade, which connected the East and West through Central Asia. The photograph offers a rare and intimate look into the daily life of a nomadic family in Turkmenistan during a time when the world was becoming increasingly interconnected through trade and cultural exchange. The image is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the nomadic people, who have continued to thrive in the challenging conditions of the Central Asian steppes. This photograph is a valuable historical record and a reminder of the rich cultural heritage of the Turkic people and the Central Asian region as a whole. It invites us to reflect on the past and to appreciate the diversity and complexity of human history.
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