Antique Tekke Main Carpet 6'8 x 8'6
This early antique Tekke Main Carpet or rug was woven in the first half of the 19th Century in Turkmenistan. Features spacious red-purple field that displays large rounded Tekke guls and secondary Gurbaghe guls connected by a fine indigo blue line. Cruciform star end borders float freely, an early first half feature. Octagon cruciform star main border motifs appear spider-like between chevron styled bars.
Large rectangular carpets such as this one are of the most important and expensive weavings created by the Turkmen nomadic tribes from Turkestan/Turkmenistan in Central Asia. These masterful weavings are considered and referred to as Tekke "main carpets" because they were used by the Turkmen tribes as the primary floor covering inside their tents. They were intricately and expertly decorated with the 'main gul' element used as a symbol of importance distinguishing each tribe. The skill of the Tekke weave can be seen in the meticulously intricate design of this piece.
Age: Circa 1800-1850
Origin: Turkmenistan
Style: Turkmen, Tekke
Dimensions: 6'8" x 8'6"
Condition: Very good. Reselvaged.
Color Palette: 5 colors including red, purple, blue, apricot, ivory
Composition: 100% wool
Reference: For similar examples, see "Turkoman Tribal Rugs" by Werner Loges, plate #1; "Turkmen Carpets", by Elena Tsareva, plate #3; and/or "Old Turkmen Rugs", by Karoly Gombos, figure #7
One of a kind antique rug, handwoven and handknotted.
Carefully cleaned by hand using our proprietary technique with organic and natural supplies.
Shipping:
Domestic: Shipping rates are determined based on location and dimensions/weight of the item. The Antique Knot does not intend to overcharge for shipping to clients, and will operate with transparency throughout the process. There will not be any handling costs.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined based on location and dimensions/weight of the item. The Antique Knot does not intend to overcharge for shipping to clients, and will operate with transparency throughout the process. There will not be any handling costs.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from New York.
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This early antique Tekke Main Carpet or rug was woven in the first half of the 19th Century in Turkmenistan. Features spacious red-purple field that displays large rounded Tekke guls and secondary Gurbaghe guls connected by a fine indigo blue line. Cruciform star end borders float freely, an early first half feature. Octagon cruciform star main border motifs appear spider-like between chevron styled bars.
Large rectangular carpets such as this one are of the most important and expensive weavings created by the Turkmen nomadic tribes from Turkestan/Turkmenistan in Central Asia. These masterful weavings are considered and referred to as Tekke "main carpets" because they were used by the Turkmen tribes as the primary floor covering inside their tents. They were intricately and expertly decorated with the 'main gul' element used as a symbol of importance distinguishing each tribe. The skill of the Tekke weave can be seen in the meticulously intricate design of this piece.
Age: Circa 1800-1850
Origin: Turkmenistan
Style: Turkmen, Tekke
Dimensions: 6'8" x 8'6"
Condition: Very good. Reselvaged.
Color Palette: 5 colors including red, purple, blue, apricot, ivory
Composition: 100% wool
Reference: For similar examples, see "Turkoman Tribal Rugs" by Werner Loges, plate #1; "Turkmen Carpets", by Elena Tsareva, plate #3; and/or "Old Turkmen Rugs", by Karoly Gombos, figure #7
One of a kind antique rug, handwoven and handknotted.
Carefully cleaned by hand using our proprietary technique with organic and natural supplies.
Shipping:
Domestic: Shipping rates are determined based on location and dimensions/weight of the item. The Antique Knot does not intend to overcharge for shipping to clients, and will operate with transparency throughout the process. There will not be any handling costs.
International: Foreign shipping rates are determined based on location and dimensions/weight of the item. The Antique Knot does not intend to overcharge for shipping to clients, and will operate with transparency throughout the process. There will not be any handling costs.
Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.
Location: This item ships from New York.
Your purchase is protected:
Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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