Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this piece to the 1890s.
Antique Tekke Turkmen ‘dip khali’ rug with large guls and good colour.
Circa 1890.
These are considered to be ‘half size’ rugs; half the length and half the width of a main carpet.

This example has 3 rows of 8 Tekke guls with a soft warm red/brown colour. There are highlights throughout the rug in a light crimson cochineal colour. The large elem panels at the ends of the rug are drawn with a small shrub design. The minor gul is well drawn with a complete 'bow and arrow' design. The main border has an unusual small box design.
The rug has been hand washed and is ready for use or display.
Stock Number: R-2206.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this piece to the 1890s.
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