Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Turkmen Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 13' 5'' x 9' 0'' .
Size CM: 410 cm x 275 cm.
Colors: Dark Red, Cream, Ivory, Brown, Camel, Black.
Material: High-quality Natural Wool and Cotton.
Features: Hand-knotted craftsmanship, Unique designs and patterns (No duplicates), Has fringe.
Trust signals: 100% Authentic Handmade Persian Rug, Only one available.
Turkmen Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi antique Turkmen Persian rug measuring 13'5" x 9'0" represents four to six decades of graceful aging, displaying the masterful geometric artistry that defines the nomadic traditions of Golestan and Khorasan provinces. The commanding size makes it an ideal centerpiece for spacious living rooms, dining areas, or master bedrooms where its substantial presence can anchor furniture arrangements and create intimate gathering spaces. Woven entirely from natural wool and cotton using both symmetrical Ghiordes and asymmetrical Persian knots, this exceptional piece showcases the technical versatility that Turkmen weavers have perfected over centuries of nomadic life.
The Turkmen people of northeastern Persia have maintained their distinctive weaving traditions since ancient times, moving seasonally between the Caspian steppes and mountain valleys while creating rugs that served as both practical floor coverings and portable wealth. This particular rug originates from the fertile regions of Golestan and Khorasan, where Turkmen tribes settled along crucial Silk Road trading routes, absorbing influences from Persian court workshops while preserving their ancestral geometric vocabulary. The semi antique classification places this piece in that coveted category where youthful vibrancy meets the subtle patina of time, creating depth and character impossible to replicate in contemporary production.
The geometric patterns adorning this masterpiece center around the iconic Turkmen gul motifs, those distinctive octagonal medallions that serve as tribal signatures and spiritual symbols representing protection, prosperity, and ancestral wisdom. Each gul is meticulously rendered with mathematical precision, creating rhythmic repetition across the field while subsidiary geometric elements fill the spaces with intricate complexity. The borders frame this central composition with complementary geometric bands, demonstrating the weaver's understanding of proportion and balance that transforms functional craft into transcendent art. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any interior space with its authentic cultural heritage and uncompromising artistic integrity.
The sophisticated color palette of dark red, cream, ivory, brown, camel, and black creates a harmonious blend that speaks to both traditional aesthetics and contemporary design sensibilities. The deep burgundy red serves as the dominant field color, symbolizing strength and vitality in Persian culture, while cream and ivory accents provide luminous contrast that prevents the composition from becoming too somber. Rich brown and warm camel tones add earthiness and depth, connecting the piece to the natural landscape of its origins, while strategic black outlines define the geometric patterns with crisp clarity. At Los Angeles Home of Rugs, we recognize how these balanced earth tones complement both traditional and modern interior schemes, from classic Persian décor to minimalist contemporary settings where the rug becomes a bold focal point.
Specifications
Original name: Turkmen Rug.
Alternative name(s): Turkmen Carpet, Turkoman rug.
Origin: Golestan, Khorasan.
Category: Village.
Common designs: Geometric, Turkmen Gul.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Silk.
Foundation material: Wool, Cotton.
Knot type: Symmetrical (Ghiordes), Asymmetrical (Persian).
Notes
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