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Antique Turkmen Torba, Teke Tribes, Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

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Antique Turkmen Torba, Teke Tribes, Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

19th century
Description

This fabulous Torba (personal belongings bag) was made by Teke Turkmen tribes in the Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, during the first half to middle 19th century.

It is in amazing, complete condition with its original ivory wool, plain-weave back. The face of the torba in glowing madder-red contains four vertical rows of three Teke 'guls' (tribal crests) and quite unusually retains its original tassels at the base of the bag.

This torba is amongst the very best of early Teke work with highlights of magenta silk within the guls and in the border.

Size: 1.17m x 0.41m (3' 10" x 1' 4").

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Teke Torba to the 1850s.

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SA1180940
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BM2236
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Description
This fabulous Torba (personal belongings bag) was made by Teke Turkmen tribes in the Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, during the first half to middle 19th century.

It is in amazing, complete condition with its original ivory wool, plain-weave back.

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The face of the torba in glowing madder-red contains four vertical rows of three Teke 'guls' (tribal crests) and quite unusually retains its original tassels at the base of the bag.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

This torba is amongst the very best of early Teke work with highlights of magenta silk within the guls and in the border.

Size: 1.17m x 0.41m (3' 10" x 1' 4").

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
117cm (46.06")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Teke Torba to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1180940
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2236
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom.
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Archive I An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom.

Antique Turkmen Torba, Teke Tribes, Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

Archive II An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom. View II
Archive III An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom. View III
Archive IV An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom. View IV
Archive V An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom. View V
Archive VI An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom. View VI
Archive VII An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom. View VIII
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
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North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
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Verified Since Oct 2011
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom.
Antique Turkmen Torba, Teke Tribes, Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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An antique Teke Turkmen wool torba featuring repeating geometric gol patterns in red, white, and navy, finished with a long fringe at the bottom.
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A Turkmen torba is a traditional small, shallow woven storage bag created by nomadic tribes in Central Asia for holding domestic items inside yurts or during transit.

Authentic torbas are hand-knotted using wool dyed with natural pigments on a wool warp and weft structure, often featuring high knot counts and intricate geometric tribal motifs.

Authentic Teke pieces feature characteristic Teke gol motifs, deep red or mahogany field tones, fine knotting density, and hand-spun wool construction with traditional fringe details.

A tribal torba can be mounted and framed as textured wall art, draped over a bench or sideboard, or incorporated into a gallery wall to add historical colour and visual depth.

Vacuum gently using suction only without a rotating brush, keep away from direct sunlight to prevent colour fading, and consult a specialist textile conservator for professional cleaning.
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