Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this piece to the 1880s.
Antique Ersari Turkmen main carpet from Southern Turkmenistan or Northern Afghanistan.
Circa 1880 or earlier.
The main guls are of a superb large size and very round in shape.

The colours in this carpet are truly outstanding and the images do not do them justice. The field is an abrashed soft terracotta red, the indigo blues range from a very light blue, a blue/green and a dark indigo blue.

The carpet is of a small square size, indicating an early date and tribal origin. An outstanding early tribal carpet.
The carpet is in excellent condition with even wear and medium/low pile.
The carpet is suitable for light domestic use.
The carpet has been hand washed and is ready for use or display.
Stock Number: R-1846.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this piece to the 1880s.
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