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Late 19th Century Antique Persian Turkoman Tekke Carpet with Tribal Style
$1,750
£1,329.57
€1,527.95
CA$2,458.09
A$2,675.57
CHF 1,417.69
MX$32,177.76
NOK 18,025.54
SEK 16,518.41
DKK 11,413.71
About the Item
79172 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Turkoman Rug, 03'11 x 05'06. Woven in the twilight of the 19th century, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Turkoman rug tells a tale steeped in nomadic tradition and ancestral artistry. Crafted by the Tekke tribe, its rhythmic pattern of octagonal guls—bold yet intricate—marches across the warm brick red field like ancient emblems of identity. These motifs are not merely decorative but storied symbols, echoing the lineage of warriors and weavers who carried their heritage in the warp and weft of every rug. In this textile, history is not read but felt—deep and resonant, like a chant whispered across desert winds.
The palette is a symphony of earth and ember. Rusted sienna tones embrace the darker navy blue outlines, while soft beige and flickers of crimson punctuate the field with a gentle glow—each hue drawn from nature’s own hand through vegetal dyes. Time has softened its edges, imparting a patina that speaks of countless footsteps, of hearthside conversations, of sunlight slipping through tent flaps onto woolen tales beneath. The subtle abrash, or color variation, lends the piece an organic rhythm, a landscape shifting underfoot like the desert sands.
Borders frame the central field with a cadence all their own—narrow lanes of protection woven with floral rosettes, stylized leaves, and totemic motifs. These are the protective spells of the past, embedded into the textile as both barrier and blessing. The symmetry and balance of the composition reflect a worldview rooted in harmony—between man and land, spirit and object, past and present. As with many Turkoman rugs of its era, this piece speaks with quiet dignity, carrying the soul of a people across generations.
To live with such a woven wonder is to invite mystery into one’s home. It does not shout but hums with the voice of history, offering its beauty not as ornament but as legacy. This Persian Turkoman rug is not merely a decorative element—it is a living relic, a poetic testament to the resilience of culture and the enduring artistry of human hands. Let it unfurl its stories beneath your feet and surround your space with a spirit both ancient and eternal.
Abrash. Age Wear.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 03'11 x 05'06.
Pile Height: 0.18 of an inch.
Date: 1890's. Late 19th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 47 in (119.38 cm)Length: 66 in (167.64 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1890-1899
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79172 Antique Persian Turkoman Rug, 03 11 x 05 061stDibs: LU942944524092
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