Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Turkmen Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 4' 6'' x 3' 3'' .
Size CM: 138 cm x 100 cm.
Colors: Navy Blue, Crimson, Red, White, Burgundy, Rust Red, Ochre, 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 exquisite 4'6" x 3'3" Turkmen Persian rug represents the nomadic artistry of northern Persia's Golestan and Khorasan provinces, where tribal weavers have perfected their craft for generations. The semi antique status, spanning 40-60 years, reveals the mature patina and refined character that only authentic Persian rugs achieve through decades of careful handling and natural aging.
The Turkmen tribes of ancient Persia developed their distinctive weaving traditions along the Caspian Sea regions, creating rugs that served as both functional floor coverings and portable wealth for nomadic families. This particular piece showcases the classic Turkmen gul motifs, octagonal medallions that represent tribal identity and spiritual protection, woven with the precision that made these carpets highly prized throughout Persian courts and Central Asian trade routes.
The geometric composition features traditional gul patterns arranged in systematic rows against a rich navy blue field, each medallion outlined in crimson and filled with intricate subsidiary motifs in red, white, and burgundy. The sophisticated color palette incorporates rust red borders accented with ochre highlights and black geometric guards, creating the distinctive warmth and depth characteristic of authentic Turkmen weaving traditions.
Natural wool and cotton construction ensures durability while the combination of symmetrical and asymmetrical knotting techniques demonstrates the masterful skill of Persian artisans who adapted various regional methods to achieve optimal design clarity. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted treasure elevates any interior with its compact 4'6" x 3'3" foot dimensions, making it perfect for entryways, beside reading chairs, or as an accent piece in smaller living spaces where authentic Persian character is desired.
Los Angeles Home of Rugs proudly presents this remarkable Turkmen specimen, where collectors and enthusiasts can discover the timeless appeal of Persian tribal artistry that transforms contemporary homes with centuries-old weaving wisdom and the enduring beauty of geometric harmony.
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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