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Antique Tekke Turkmen Wedding Dowry Rug, 'Aina Gul' Design, Circa 1880.
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Antique Tekke Turkmen Wedding Dowry Rug, 'Aina Gul' Design, Circa 1880.

19th century
Sold 22 November 2025 · Cotswold Oriental Rugs
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Description

Size: 3ft 3in x 3ft 1in (100 x 95cm).

Antique Tekke Turkmen rug of small square size, these rugs are generally considered to be ‘dowry’ weavings.

Circa 1880.

This is an good example with the Tekke 'aina gul' design to the field. This design is normally found on small fine weavings such as chuval and torba. The rug is of very fine weave with the design drawn with precise detail. The main border is of the 'Flag' design or 'Tekbent' design as it is known to the Turkmen, this border is found on early Tekke weavings. Note the very well drawn large elem end panels with the Turkmen tree design.

The rug is in good condition with even wear and medium pile.

The rug is suitable for light domestic use.

Stock Number: DS-0426.

Physical Dimensions
Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkmen Rug to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1080619
Dealers Internal Reference
DS-0426
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Size: 3ft 3in x 3ft 1in (100 x 95cm).
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Antique Tekke Turkmen rug of small square size, these rugs are generally considered to be ‘dowry’ weavings.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

Circa 1880.

This is an good example with the Tekke 'aina gul' design to the field. This design is normally found on small fine weavings such as chuval and torba. The rug is of very fine weave with the design drawn with precise detail. The main border is of the 'Flag' design or 'Tekbent' design as it is known to the Turkmen, this border is found on early Tekke weavings. Note the very well drawn large elem end panels with the Turkmen tree design.

The rug is in good condition with even wear and medium pile.

The rug is suitable for light domestic use.

Stock Number: DS-0426.

Height
100cm (39.37")
Width
95cm (37.40")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkmen Rug to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1080619
Dealers Internal Ref
DS-0426
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Antique Tekke Turkmen Wedding Dowry Rug, 'Aina Gul' Design, Circa 1880.

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An antique red hand-knotted Turkmen rug featuring repeated geometric guls and chevron borders.
ANTIQUE TEKKE TURKMEN WEDDING DOWRY RUG, 'AINA GUL' DESIGN, CIRCA 1880.
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An antique red hand-knotted Turkmen rug featuring repeated geometric guls and chevron borders.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectRugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTribal Central Asian
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsAina gul medallions, Chevron border, Repeated geometric panels
  • SizeH 100 cm (39 in) x W 95 cm (37 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

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Turkmen dowry rugs, often woven by nomadic tribes of Central Asia, served functional and symbolic purposes within tribal alliances and marriage ceremonies, featuring traditional motifs handed down through generations.

These rugs are typically hand-knotted from sheep wool using natural vegetable dyes, featuring a dense pile and cotton or wool foundations.

Authenticity is identified through natural dye variations, hand-spun wool irregularities, specific guls or tribal motifs, and the tightness of the knotting on the reverse side.

An antique tribal rug can be placed as a focal point on neutral hardwood floors, adding warmth, texture, and historical contrast to contemporary minimalist or transitional spaces.

Preserve antique wool rugs by using a breathable carpet underlay, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and vacuuming gently with a suction-only attachment without beater bars.
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