Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Turkmen Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 3' 7'' x 1' 12'' .
Size CM: 110 cm x 60 cm.
Colors: Ivory, Madder Red, Forest Green, Navy Blue, Burgundy, Ochre, Rust Red, Camel, Brown.
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 extraordinary 3'7" x 1'12" Turkmen Persian rug showcases the nomadic artistry of Persia's northeastern regions with its distinctive Vaghireh banded design, where ivory foundations dance with madder red medallions, forest green geometric borders, and navy blue accents that speak to generations of tribal heritage. At 40-60 years old, this semi antique treasure carries the weathered beauty of time while maintaining the structural integrity that makes it perfect for narrow hallways, kitchen runners, or as an elegant accent beside a reading chair.
From the windswept plains of Golestan and Khorasan provinces, Turkmen weavers have perfected the art of creating portable masterpieces that could withstand the rigors of nomadic life while displaying the wealth and status of their owners through intricate geometric vocabularies passed down through maternal lineages. The Vaghireh pattern, meaning "banded" in the Turkmen language, represents the organized movement of tribal caravans across ancient trade routes, with each burgundy and ochre stripe symbolizing a different stage of their seasonal migrations.
The rich palette of rust red, camel, and brown tones creates a sophisticated earth-tone foundation that anchors any space, while the forest green and navy blue elements add depth and complexity to the overall composition, making this compact runner an ideal choice for creating visual continuity between larger rooms or defining intimate conversation areas. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece transforms even the smallest spaces into galleries of Persian artistry, elevating your home's aesthetic with centuries-old craftsmanship.
At Los Angeles Home of Rugs, we understand that authentic Turkmen pieces like this represent not just floor coverings but portable museums of Central Asian culture, where every knot tells the story of desert winds and starlit nights spent around campfires. The combination of symmetrical and asymmetrical knotting techniques creates a unique texture that feels substantial underfoot despite the rug's compact dimensions, while the natural wool and cotton foundation ensures decades of continued beauty with proper care.
Whether positioned at an entryway to welcome guests with its warm ivory and madder red hospitality, or used to define a cozy reading nook where the geometric patterns can be fully appreciated, this semi antique Turkmen runner brings the romance of Persia's nomadic past into contemporary living spaces with effortless sophistication.
Specifications
Original name: Turkmen Rug.
Alternative name(s): Turkmen Carpet, Turkoman rug.
Origin: Golestan, Khorasan.
Category: Village.
Common designs: Vaghireh (Banded), Geometric.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Silk.
Foundation material: Wool, Cotton.
Knot type: Symmetrical (Ghiordes), Asymmetrical (Persian).
Notes
At Los Angeles Home of Rugs, we are delighted to offer you a wide selection of authentic Persian rugs. We only stock hand knotted rugs that are not machine made, or handmade rugs through a variety of techniques, including hand-tufting, hand-hooking, or hand-weaving. This ensures that you receive a unique and high-quality product that will last for years to come. Read More
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