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Ornamentation

Decorating surface with ornament

Girth strap

Ayil – an element of horse tack designed to securely hold the saddle in place on the horse’s back. It

Chest

One of the household items. It was used for storing clothes and jewelry. The chest is red in color, covered

Chest

One of the wooden types of furniture used in the yurt. It was used for storing clothes and jewelry. The

Girth

Ayil – an element of horse tack designed to securely hold the saddle in place on the horse’s back. It

Saddle Element

This item represents decorative ornamental elements of a saddle. The main motif of the ornament is the traditional “muiyz” horn-shaped

Breastplate

Breastplate (Ömildirik) — a piece of leather horse tack placed around the horse’s chest to prevent the saddle from slipping

Bracelet

The silver bracelet is a traditional national ornament. The bracelet is made from a thin silver plate about 2 mm

Dishes

A vessel is a small container designed for kumys. The item is made from solid wood on a lathe. The

Saddle

A women’s saddle designed for horseback riding. This Naiman women’s saddle was made in the 19th century. The front and

Saddle

A saddle designed for men’s horseback riding. This Naiman saddle was made in the late 19th century. The front and

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