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

19th century
Sold 1 March 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

The madder-red field in this exceptionally fine Teke chuval (bedding-bag), can be compared to the most desirable reds in the weavings of the highly collectable Salor Turkmen. The chuval has highlights of cochineal-dye silk and was a very special piece when it was made. Although the original selvedges are missing and the flat-woven back has long gone, the chuval still exudes power and intense beauty - a sign of the very highest quality work of the Teke weavers during the middle of the 19th century in the Akhal Oasis.

Size: 1.18m x 0.66m (3' 10" x 2' 2").

Physical Dimensions
Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA994364
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2125
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Description
The madder-red field in this exceptionally fine Teke chuval (bedding-bag), can be compared to the most desirable reds in the weavings of the highly collectable Salor Turkmen. The chuval has highlights of cochineal-dye silk and was a very special piece when it was made. Although the original selvedges are missing and the flat-woven back has long gone, the chuval still exudes power and intense beauty - a sign of the very highest quality work of the Teke weavers during the middle of the 19th century in the Akhal Oasis.

Size: 1.18m x 0.66m (3' 10" x 2' 2").

Height
66cm (25.98")
Width
118cm (46.46")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA994364
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2125
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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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Archive I An antique hand-woven Turkmen chuval featuring a red field with multiple octagonal gul motifs and geometric borders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

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

Archive II An antique hand-woven Turkmen chuval featuring a red field with multiple octagonal gul motifs and geometric borders. View II
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Archive VII An antique hand-woven Turkmen chuval featuring a red field with multiple octagonal gul motifs and geometric borders. View VII
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
Location
North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rugmac
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 112
Items Sold 1,075
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique hand-woven Turkmen chuval featuring a red field with multiple octagonal gul motifs and geometric borders.
Antique Turkmen Chuval, Teke Tribes, Akhal Oasis, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
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An antique hand-woven Turkmen chuval featuring a red field with multiple octagonal gul motifs and geometric borders.
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  • ObjectRugs and Carpets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCentral Asian Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsGul medallions, Geometric borders, Alem panel
  • SizeH 66 cm (26 in) x W 118 cm (46 in)

FAQs

A chuval is a large, face-woven bag traditionally used by nomadic Turkmen tribes in Central Asia for domestic storage inside yurts.

Authentic pieces are typically constructed from handspun sheep wool, sometimes with cotton or silk elements, dyed using natural substances such as madder root for reds.

Authentication involves examining the structural characteristics, such as asymmetrical or symmetric knotting, natural colour variations in the wool, and traditional tribal motifs like guls.

These textiles add warmth and texture and can be placed as focal point floor coverings or displayed on walls to highlight their intricate geometric patterns.

Preservation requires gentle, regular vacuuming without a beater bar, keeping them out of direct sunlight to prevent fading, and professional cleaning when necessary.
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