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Large Early Ivory Minimal Tulu Rug

$3,362.80
£2,490.96
€2,800
CA$4,601.15
A$5,006.40
CHF 2,650.83
MX$60,230.39
NOK 33,659.58
SEK 30,796.16
DKK 21,338.29

About the Item

A rare and relatively early example of monochrome Tulu rug, distinguished by a completely open field embellished by almost calligraphic touches of natural brown wool. Tulus of this type are among the earliest extant and are distinguished by a larger format. These were used in the tent and provided thermal insulation during the nomadic cold winters. Early examples such this one are coveted sa true pieces of minimalist nomadic art.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 50.4 in (128 cm)Length: 104.34 in (265 cm)
  • Style:
    Tulu (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1920
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Alberto Levi Gallery 004571stDibs: LU95493637712

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