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

19th century
Description

This amazing Teke Turkmen 'chuval' (storage-bag) has to be seen and handled to appreciate the incredible fineness of weave. If I say it is like silk-velvet, that might be a good general description!

The beautiful cochineal-dye ground cointains three vertical columns of three Teke 'guls' (tribal crests) interspersed with minor guls, where the field gives the impression of disappearing under the borders and out into infinity. The bottom 'elem' or skirt contains stylised plants or trees.

Made during the early to mid 19th century by Teke tribes in the Akhal Oasis, the chuval is in very good overall condition albeit having a small tear in the upper centre which in my mind, doesn't detract from the overall quality of this fantastic piece, and two areas in the top right and left corners which have been repaired, probably due to the original tie-cords having put a strain on the corners of the bag when hung on the camels.

Chuvals were made in pairs with plain-weave backs and hung on the flanks of the camels during migrations. This chuval has lost its plain-weave back.

Size: 1.34 x 0.80m (4' 5" x 2' 7").

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
134cm (52.76")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Chuval Rug to the 1850s.

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SA1215354
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BM2182
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Description
This amazing Teke Turkmen 'chuval' (storage-bag) has to be seen and handled to appreciate the incredible fineness of weave. If I say it is like silk-velvet, that might be a good general description!

The beautiful cochineal-dye ground cointains three vertical columns of three Teke 'guls' (tribal crests) interspersed with minor guls, where the field gives the impression of disappearing under the borders and out into infinity. The bottom 'elem' or skirt contains stylised plants or trees.

fig 1. An antique hand-knotted Turkmen Chuval rug featuring repeated Teke gul motifs in deep crimson red, navy, and ivory wool.
fig 1. Antique Turkmen Chuval, Teke Tribes, Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.

Made during the early to mid 19th century by Teke tribes in the Akhal Oasis, the chuval is in very good overall condition albeit having a small tear in the upper centre which in my mind, doesn't detract from the overall quality of this fantastic piece, and two areas in the top right and left corners which have been repaired, probably due to the original tie-cords having put a strain on the corners of the bag when hung on the camels.

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Chuvals were made in pairs with plain-weave backs and hung on the flanks of the camels during migrations.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

This chuval has lost its plain-weave back.

Size: 1.34 x 0.80m (4' 5" x 2' 7").

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
134cm (52.76")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Turkmen Chuval Rug to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1215354
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2182
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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Archive I An antique hand-knotted Turkmen Chuval rug featuring repeated Teke gul motifs in deep crimson red, navy, and ivory wool.

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

Archive II An antique hand-knotted Turkmen Chuval rug featuring repeated Teke gul motifs in deep crimson red, navy, and ivory wool. View II
Archive III An antique hand-knotted Turkmen Chuval rug featuring repeated Teke gul motifs in deep crimson red, navy, and ivory wool. View III
Archive IV An antique hand-knotted Turkmen Chuval rug featuring repeated Teke gul motifs in deep crimson red, navy, and ivory wool. View IV
Archive V An antique hand-knotted Turkmen Chuval rug featuring repeated Teke gul motifs in deep crimson red, navy, and ivory wool. View V
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique hand-knotted Turkmen Chuval rug featuring repeated Teke gul motifs in deep crimson red, navy, and ivory wool.
Antique Turkmen Chuval, Teke Tribes, Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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An antique hand-knotted Turkmen Chuval rug featuring repeated Teke gul motifs in deep crimson red, navy, and ivory wool.
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A chuval is a large nomadic storage bag traditionally crafted by Turkmen tribes of Central Asia, such as the Teke, for transport and interior tent decoration. Today, bag faces are often displayed as wall hangings or small accent rugs due to their rich geometric designs.

These textiles are typically hand-knotted using locally sourced hand-spun sheeps wool for both the pile and the foundation. The vibrant red and dark tones are achieved using natural plant and insect dyes, predominantly madder root and indigo.

Authentic Teke weavings feature fine, dense asymmetric knotting, supple wool, and iconic octagonal Teke gul motifs arranged in precise grid patterns. The lower section usually includes a distinct geometric border panel known as an elem.

An antique chuval can be custom mounted or framed as wall art to serve as a focal point, or layered over larger neutral carpets to add warmth, colour, and historical depth to contemporary and traditional spaces alike.

Vacuum gently without a rotating beater bar to avoid pulling the wool fibres, and clean spills immediately with a damp cloth. Professional washing by an antique rug specialist is recommended to maintain the structural integrity and natural dyes.
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