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Antique Beshir Turkmen Chuval Camel Bag of Large Size, Circa 1900.
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Antique Beshir Turkmen Chuval Camel Bag of Large Size, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920
Sold 19 July 2025 · Cotswold Oriental Rugs
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Description

Size: 6ft 2in x 4ft 2in max (189 x 127cm max).

Antique Beshir Turkmen chuval (camel bag) with the Mina Khani design.

Circa 1900.

The chuval is of large size and shaped to fit on the side of a camel, chuval were large bags strapped to the side of the camel used to transport goods. The mina Khani design (many flowers) is typical for the Beshir Turkmen, the lower pane (elem) is decorated with the shrub design. The back of the chuval has been removed so that it can be used on the floor as a rug.

The chuval is in excellent condition with very slight wear and good pile.

Hand washed and ready for use or display.

Stock number: H-175b.

Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkmen Chuval Rug to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
189cm (74.41")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA596107
Dealers Internal Reference
H-175b
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Description
Size: 6ft 2in x 4ft 2in max (189 x 127cm max).

Antique Beshir Turkmen chuval (camel bag) with the Mina Khani design.

Circa 1900.

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The chuval is of large size and shaped to fit on the side of a camel, chuval were large bags strapped to the side of the camel used to transport goods.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

The mina Khani design (many flowers) is typical for the Beshir Turkmen, the lower pane (elem) is decorated with the shrub design. The back of the chuval has been removed so that it can be used on the floor as a rug.

The chuval is in excellent condition with very slight wear and good pile.

Hand washed and ready for use or display.

Stock number: H-175b.

Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkmen Chuval Rug to the 1900s.

Height
189cm (74.41")
Width
127cm (50.00")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA596107
Dealers Internal Ref
H-175b
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
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Specialists in antique carpets, rugs & runners. Professional cleaning, repairs & restoration.

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Archive I An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Beshir Turkmen Chuval Camel Bag of Large Size, Circa 1900.

Archive II An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders. View II
Archive III An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders. View III
Archive IV An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders. View IV
Archive V An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders. View V
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Archive VIII An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders. View VIII
Archive IX An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders. View IX
Archive X An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders. View X
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An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders.
ANTIQUE BESHIR TURKMEN CHUVAL CAMEL BAG OF LARGE SIZE, CIRCA 1900.
Ref: SA596107
An antique red Turkmen chuval rug featuring a geometric lattice pattern with repeating gul motifs and dark borders.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectRug
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleTurkmen Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsGul motifs, Geometric lattice, Stylised borders
  • SizeH 189 cm (74 in) x W 127 cm (50 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

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A chuval is a large, handwoven bag traditionally used by nomadic Turkmen tribes in Central Asia for storing household goods and bedding inside a yurt.

These pieces are typically constructed with a wool pile on a wool or cotton foundation, utilising natural vegetable and insect-derived dyes to achieve deep red and indigo tones.

Authenticity is determined by examining the knot density, the natural abrash in the wool, traditional tribal guls, and the organic irregularities characteristic of genuine nomadic handweaving.

An antique tribal rug functions effectively as a focal point on neutral timber flooring or as a wall hanging, adding rich texture and historical depth to contemporary spaces.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without a beater bar, professional organic washing when necessary, and keeping the textile away from direct, prolonged sunlight to prevent fading.
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