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78216 Vintage Persian Turkoman Rug, 02'01 x 03'06.
Crimson shadows and midnight tones converge in this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Turkoman rug, a woven relic steeped in the ancestral rhythm of the desert tribes. From the hands of nomadic artisans, this piece emerges not merely as a textile, but as a map of memory—each motif a landmark in a spiritual and storied landscape. The central medallions, flanked by serrated amulets and protective symbols, pulse with the essence of ancient belief systems, guiding travelers across both physical terrain and the invisible paths of tradition.
The deep ink blue field, worn and softened by time, absorbs light with a velvety hush, while the saturated red tones form the bones of the design, offering depth and dimension like the desert night. Flecks of tan and earthen beige break through in serpentine curves and guarded glyphs, suggesting sand-worn thresholds and sacred signs. The interplay of color and form evokes both restraint and intensity—a contrast that lies at the heart of Turkoman artistry.
Borders echo the central field’s motifs with a cadence of geometric clarity, enclosing the composition like the walls of a caravanserai—safe, solemn, and steeped in memory. These enclosing bands are more than decorative; they form a sacred frame, a protective chant woven into every strand. Their presence holds the energy inward, cradling the power of the rug’s spiritual geometry while symbolizing unity, shelter, and the passage of time.
As a vintage piece, this Persian Turkoman rug is a document of survival and beauty, bearing the marks of age not as flaws but as verses of a lived poem. It offers more than ornamentation; it offers presence. To stand upon it is to stand within a story that is both ancient and enduring—an invitation to honor the quiet strength and poetic mystery of a people who wove their lives into threads of fire, night, and earth.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 02'01 x 03'06.
- Date: 1930's. Early 20th Century.
