Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Turkmen Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 4' 4'' x 1' 12'' .
Size CM: 132 cm x 60 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Burgundy, Black, Cream, Dark Red.
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 exceptional semi antique Turkmen runner, measuring 4'4" x 1'12", showcases the masterful artistry of Golestan and Khorasan weavers who perfected their craft over centuries. The rich madder red foundation creates a striking backdrop for the traditional Turkmen gul motifs, each medallion rendered in deep burgundy and black with delicate cream accents. Dark red details throughout the field demonstrate the weaver's sophisticated understanding of color harmony, creating a piece that speaks to four decades of natural aging and refinement.
The Turkmen tribes of northeastern Persia have maintained their distinctive weaving traditions since the medieval period, when these nomadic peoples established settlements across the Golestan province and Khorasan region. Their signature gul patterns, inherited from ancient tribal symbols, represent protection and prosperity within the community. This particular runner displays the classic octagonal gul arrangement, each motif carefully balanced with geometric precision that reflects the mathematical beauty inherent in Persian carpet design.
Every burgundy medallion in this semi antique masterpiece carries deep cultural significance, representing the eternal cycle of life and the protective power of ancestral spirits. The black outlining creates dramatic definition against the madder red ground, while cream highlights add luminous depth that catches and reflects light beautifully. These natural wool colors have developed their current richness through forty to sixty years of careful use, creating the warm patina that collectors prize in authentic Persian runners.
Los Angeles Home of Rugs presents this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted treasure that elevates any hallway, kitchen, or narrow space with its commanding presence and authentic Persian heritage. The compact 4'4" x 1'12" foot proportions make this runner perfect for galley kitchens, bathroom entrances, or as a stunning accent piece along console tables and credenzas. The symmetrical and asymmetrical knotting techniques employed create exceptional durability while maintaining the supple hand-feel characteristic of finest Persian craftsmanship.
This remarkable Turkmen runner transforms modern interiors with its bold madder red and burgundy palette, complementing both contemporary minimalist spaces and traditional decor schemes. The geometric precision of each gul motif provides visual rhythm and movement, while the semi antique character adds instant sophistication and cultural depth to any room fortunate enough to display this authentic Persian treasure.
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
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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