tamgamaking
Tamgamaking refers to the traditional art of crafting tamga, which are ancient Turkic symbols or personal marks used to identify ownership, lineage, or tribal affiliation. These symbols, often abstract in nature, were carved, branded, or painted onto various objects, including livestock, weapons, tools, and personal belongings. The practice of tamgamaking was prevalent among nomadic Turkic peoples across Central Asia and parts of Siberia for centuries, playing a crucial role in their social and economic organization.
The design of a tamga could be complex, sometimes incorporating elements that represented animals, natural phenomena,
In modern times, tamga motifs are sometimes incorporated into art, design, and cultural symbolism, serving as