Where Art Meets History and Heritage

Original art from Central Asia — with a story behind every work.

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Why The Margiana?

The Margiana takes its name from ancient Margiana, whose capital Merv stood at one of the great crossroads of the Silk Road. That heritage shapes how we present art today: not as decoration alone, but as a living record of place, memory and culture.

We work directly with artists in Turkmenistan and across Central Asia, bringing original works into an international setting with verified information about the artists and the cultural context behind their work. Many of these artists have built substantial careers far from the visibility of the global art market.

For collectors, The Margiana is a way to discover art that carries both visual presence and a story — to know who created it, where it comes from and why it matters.

Margiana and Central Asian heritage
Certified by the Union of Artists of Turkmenistan

Certificate of Authenticity issued with every purchase

Condition report available on request for any artwork

All artworks legally cleared for international export under Turkmenistan cultural property law

International delivery arranged individually for each work

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Each artwork is prepared individually for its journey, with documentation and delivery arranged according to the work and its destination.