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Antique Saryk Turkmen Chuval Face, Cotton and Cochineal Highlights, 2nd Half 19th Cent.
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Antique Saryk Turkmen Chuval Face, Cotton and Cochineal Highlights, 2nd Half 19th Cent.

19th century
Sold 12 September 2025 · Cotswold Oriental Rugs
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Description

Size: 5ft 4in x 2ft 11in (163 x 89cm).

Antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face with four rows of guls.

2nd half 19th century.

A good Saryk Turkmen chuval face with sixteen guls and nine complete minor guls, the top of the chuval and the lower elem panel are filled with traditional Saryk 'dancing ladies' design. The chuval has highlights in Cochineal and all the whites are in cotton.

The chuval face is in fair condition with even wear and medium pile, there are a few spots of heavier wear. There are slight losses in places to the sides and ends as can be seen in the images.

I have not washed the chuval face and the colour will improve with a gentle wash.

Stock Number: H-433.

Physical Dimensions
Height
163cm (64.17")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Turkmen Saryk Chuval to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
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SA906257
Dealers Internal Reference
H-433
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Description
Size: 5ft 4in x 2ft 11in (163 x 89cm).

Antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face with four rows of guls.

2nd half 19th century.

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A good Saryk Turkmen chuval face with sixteen guls and nine complete minor guls, the top of the chuval and the lower elem panel are filled with traditional Saryk 'dancing ladies' design.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

The chuval has highlights in Cochineal and all the whites are in cotton.

fig 1. An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones.
fig 1. Antique Saryk Turkmen Chuval Face, Cotton and Cochineal Highlights, 2nd Half 19th Cent.

The chuval face is in fair condition with even wear and medium pile, there are a few spots of heavier wear. There are slight losses in places to the sides and ends as can be seen in the images.

I have not washed the chuval face and the colour will improve with a gentle wash.

Stock Number: H-433.

Height
163cm (64.17")
Width
89cm (35.04")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Turkmen Saryk Chuval to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA906257
Dealers Internal Ref
H-433
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Archive I An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Saryk Turkmen Chuval Face, Cotton and Cochineal Highlights, 2nd Half 19th Cent.

Archive II An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View II
Archive III An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View III
Archive IV An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View IV
Archive V An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View V
Archive VI An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View VI
Archive VII An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View IX
Archive X An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View X
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Archive XII An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones. View XIII
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An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones.
ANTIQUE SARYK TURKMEN CHUVAL FACE, COTTON AND COCHINEAL HIGHLIGHTS, 2ND HALF 19TH CENT.
Ref: SA906257
An antique Saryk Turkmen chuval face featuring repeated guls in deep red, black, and cochineal pink tones.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTribal Rug
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTribal Turkmen
  • MaterialWool, Cotton, Cochineal
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsSaryk guls, Geometric borders, Minor guls, Trikish borders
  • SizeH 163 cm (64 in) x W 89 cm (35 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Saryk Turkmen rugs were hand-woven by the Saryk tribe in Central Asia during the nineteenth century, functioning primarily as utilitarian items such as tent storage bags or wedding trappings before becoming prized collector pieces.

Traditional chuvals were constructed with a wool pile on a wool or cotton foundation, utilising natural dyestuffs such as madder root for reds and cochineal or insect dyes for magenta and pink highlights.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the handle, knot density, natural colour variations, abrash, wool quality, and the presence of specific tribal gul motifs characteristic of nineteenth-century nomadic weaving.

An antique tribal rug works well as a wall hanging or a focal floor covering in neutral spaces, pairing effectively with minimalist furniture to highlight its rich geometry and history.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without a beater bar, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent dye fading, and consulting a professional textile conservator for periodic cleaning.
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