Description Yomut mafrash/kap, possibly Eagle group, or p-Chodor, Turkmenistan, first half 19th century. This is another exceptional trapping related to two other mafrash/kaps from the Marsh Collection in this sale. Note the heavily ornamented diagonally patterned borders that are also seen in Eagle-group weavings. This piece is distinctly different from the others in this collection in that the clear open ivory field is sparingly overlaid by three vertical trees with vigorously hooked branches. Size: 2'6'' x 1'2'' (76 x 36 cm). Weight: 1 lbs. Material: wool pile, wool warp, black wool weft. Knot, asymmetric, open right.
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