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Antique Saharan Tuareg Mat, Mauritania, 19th Century

$13,164.10
£9,854.76
€11,000
CA$18,122.03
A$19,810.93
CHF 10,480.88
MX$237,069.64
NOK 133,354.08
SEK 122,072.17
DKK 83,806.46

About the Item

Saharan Tuareg mat, 19th Century: These mats were used by the Tuareg nomads in the Saharan desert, between Mali and Mauritania. They were made by weaving long strips of camel leather, dyed with natural colors, together with thin slats of palm wood—the only materials available in the vast sandy expanses. The leather was dyed using vegetable and mineral pigments before the weaving process, with the option of being refreshed with use of wax after long use. These handcrafted mats were used both inside the tents and at their entrances, serving as excellent insulators against the sand. Moreover, they could be easily rolled up and transported during the Tuareg’s constant migrations. The decorative patterns, of ancient origin, reflect their deep cultural heritage: their simplicity and lack of ornamentation embody the archaic nobility of these proud nomadic warriors. The mat we have on offer originates from a collection that was acquired at Altai Gallery in Milan, a high-end gallery specialized in antique rugs and tapestries. Materials: Palmwood, leather Origination: Mauritania, end of 19th century, with certificate of authenticity Condition: Good, re-conditioned by Altai gallery (invoice present). Approximate dimensions: Width: 350 cm Dept: 242 cm Height: 0.5 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 137.8 in (350 cm)Length: 95.28 in (242 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Leather,Palmwood
  • Place of Origin:
    Mauritania
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900s
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Repaired. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Renens, CH
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5599243522162

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