Hand-Knotted Turkmen Bokhara Area Rug
Hand-Knotted Turkmen Bokhara Area Rug
20th century
Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown (Traditional Turkmen Tribal Weavers)
Materials: Wool Pile on a Wool or Cotton Foundation
Marking(s): None
Cataloguer's Note: This fine tribal area rug showcases a classic Bokhara design, historically woven by the nomadic Turkmen tribes of Central Asia. The central field features an elegant, repeating grid of multi-colored geometric gul (medallion) motifs arranged in symmetrical columns. Set against a distinctive and highly sought-after pistachio green or sea-green field color, the central elements are grounded by a wide, elaborately patterned geometric border rendered in rich shades of terracotta, rust, and crimson red. Finished with neat fringe ends along the width, the rug exhibits the traditional craftsmanship, dense hand-knotted pile, and organic variation characteristic of vintage tribal weavings.
54" x 72"
Condition
Good pre-owned condition with tassel loss, some signs of age and related wear, and discoloration. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
Hand-Knotted Turkmen Bokhara Area Rug
20th century
Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown (Traditional Turkmen Tribal Weavers)
Materials: Wool Pile on a Wool or Cotton Foundation
Marking(s): None
Cataloguer's Note: This fine tribal area rug showcases a classic Bokhara design, historically woven by the nomadic Turkmen tribes of Central Asia. The central field features an elegant, repeating grid of multi-colored geometric gul (medallion) motifs arranged in symmetrical columns. Set against a distinctive and highly sought-after pistachio green or sea-green field color, the central elements are grounded by a wide, elaborately patterned geometric border rendered in rich shades of terracotta, rust, and crimson red. Finished with neat fringe ends along the width, the rug exhibits the traditional craftsmanship, dense hand-knotted pile, and organic variation characteristic of vintage tribal weavings.
54" x 72"
Condition
Good pre-owned condition with tassel loss, some signs of age and related wear, and discoloration. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
