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Antique Saryk Turkmen Rug or Small Carpet with Turreted Guls, Circa 1890.
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Antique Saryk Turkmen Rug or Small Carpet with Turreted Guls, Circa 1890.

19th century
Description

Size: 8ft 2in x 6ft 1in (250x 185cm).

Antique Saryk Turkmen rug with well drawn large Saryk turreted guls.

Circa 1880.

This is an good example of a Saryk rug with three rows of seven Saryk turreted guls, the minor guls are also typical of Saryk weaving often found on chuval and main carpets. Note the stars to the centre of the large guls. Both rends retain part of the original kilim end finish. The rug has a clear red colour with highlights in ivory, yellow, indigo and brown. There is a possibility that this rug is of Ersari Turkmen origin.

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

The rug is suitable for normal domestic use.

Stock Number: DS-1447.

Physical Dimensions
Height
250cm (98.43")
Width
185cm (72.83")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Saryk Turkmen Rug to the 1890s.

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SA1087328
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DS-1447
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Description
Size: 8ft 2in x 6ft 1in (250x 185cm).

Antique Saryk Turkmen rug with well drawn large Saryk turreted guls.

Circa 1880.

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This is an good example of a Saryk rug with three rows of seven Saryk turreted guls, the minor guls are also typical of Saryk weaving often found on chuval and main carpets.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

Note the stars to the centre of the large guls. Both rends retain part of the original kilim end finish. The rug has a clear red colour with highlights in ivory, yellow, indigo and brown. There is a possibility that this rug is of Ersari Turkmen origin.

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

The rug is suitable for normal domestic use.

Stock Number: DS-1447.

Height
250cm (98.43")
Width
185cm (72.83")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Saryk Turkmen Rug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1087328
Dealers Internal Ref
DS-1447
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An antique deep red hand-knotted wool Saryk Turkmen rug featuring repeating octagonal turreted gul medallions and geometric outer borders.
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Archive I An antique deep red hand-knotted wool Saryk Turkmen rug featuring repeating octagonal turreted gul medallions and geometric outer borders.

Antique Saryk Turkmen Rug or Small Carpet with Turreted Guls, Circa 1890.

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An antique deep red hand-knotted wool Saryk Turkmen rug featuring repeating octagonal turreted gul medallions and geometric outer borders.
ANTIQUE SARYK TURKMEN RUG OR SMALL CARPET WITH TURRETED GULS, CIRCA 1890.
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An antique deep red hand-knotted wool Saryk Turkmen rug featuring repeating octagonal turreted gul medallions and geometric outer borders.
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Saryk Turkmen rugs originate from Central Asia and are distinguished by their deep red fields and structured geometric layouts. They typically feature repeating octagonal tribal medallions, known as guls, often executed with turreted edges and intricate secondary cross motifs.

Traditional Turkmen carpets were hand-knotted using locally sourced hand-spun wool for both the pile and the foundation structure. Dyes were derived from natural plant and mineral sources, creating rich shades of madder red, dark indigo, walnut brown, and ivory.

Authentic pieces from this era exhibit dense hand-knotting, subtle natural colour variations known as abrash, and a soft wool pile. The presence of traditional tribal guls, wool warp and weft construction, and natural dye mellowing visible on the reverse help confirm authenticity.

A Turkmen rug provides a rich textural foundation that anchors contemporary, industrial, or traditional room schemes. Its geometric pattern and deep red tones contrast effectively against polished concrete, pale timber floorboards, or neutral upholstered furniture.

Vacuum gently using a suction-only nozzle without a rotary brush bar to avoid damaging the pile fibres. Position a high-quality underlay beneath the carpet to prevent slippage and wear, and consult a specialist conservator for periodic professional cleaning.
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