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77254 Antique Ersari Turkoman Torba Bag, 01'04 x 05'05. This exquisite hand-knotted wool antique Ersari Turkoman Torba bag captures the artistry and cultural legacy of the Ersari Turkmen tribes of Central Asia. Woven with remarkable skill and an intimate connection to tradition, this tribal textile features a captivating field of rich crimson red, softened by the passage of time, and adorned with the iconic Ersari guls. These octagonal motifs, generously spaced and surrounded by stylized angular forms, serve as timeless emblems of the tribe’s identity, representing unity, strength, and heritage. The deep black and ivory accents lend definition to the composition, creating a harmonious contrast against the warm red background. Such motifs were not only decorative but carried deep symbolic significance, reflecting the weaver's relationship with nature, family, and community.
The Torba bag’s design exudes a sophisticated simplicity, setting it apart from the densely knotted Tekke pieces or the sharper geometric precision of Yomut weavings. The natural dyes derived from plants, roots, and minerals have matured beautifully, imbuing the Turkmen textile with an enchanting patina that speaks to its age and authenticity. This Torba bag would have once served as both a practical storage piece and an artistic display in the nomadic Ersari home, adorning camel caravans or tent interiors with its symbolic elegance.
The distinctive fringe, composed of deep black and red threads, enhances the textile’s raw, unpretentious beauty while affirming its utilitarian origins. The gently worn edges and soft texture suggest a life well-traveled, having been used and treasured by generations of Turkmen weavers and owners. Torbas were essential in nomadic households, carrying tools, textiles, or personal belongings, but they also held ceremonial value, given as dowries or exchanged during significant family events. In this way, this Ersari Torba bag becomes more than a textile—it is a keeper of stories, imbued with the spirit of tribal life.
Today, this antique Ersari Turkoman Torba bag is a rare and enchanting artifact, offering a glimpse into the history, artistry, and lifestyle of the Turkmen people. Whether displayed as a decorative wall hanging, repurposed as a cushion, or admired as a collectible treasure, it bridges past and present with its timeless beauty and cultural significance. For collectors, historians, or lovers of tribal art, this woven masterpiece represents not just the craftsmanship of a bygone era, but the enduring legacy of a people who wove their identity, dreams, and heritage into every knot and pattern.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Turkmenistan (Afghanistan).
Measures: 01'04 x 05'05.
Date: 1900's. Early 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 16 in (40.64 cm)Length: 65 in (165.1 cm)
- Style:Bohemian (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1900-1909
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 77254 Afghan Torba Tapestry 01 04 x 05 051stDibs: LU942915270481
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