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Antique Tekke Torba - Mid 19th Century

$5,000

£3,779.13

€4,420.42

CA$7,099.59

A$7,222.74

CHF 4,150.29

MX$86,853.98

NOK 48,453.90

SEK 48,743.97

DKK 33,044.94

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This rare mid 19th century Antique Tekke Torba highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring two horizontal rows of monumental “Guls” anchored within a rich, saturated madder red field. This structural balance between the intricate tribal medallions and the deep ground reflects the pinnacle of the Tekke Turkmen weaving tradition, specifically the technical mastery of the nomadic tribes of Central Asia. Textiles of this antiquity are world-renowned for their fine knotting and their ability to blend utilitarian durability with a sophisticated, highly symbolic graphic vocabulary. The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary madder red field that serves as a dramatic canvas for high-contrast shifts of midnight indigo, ivory, and soft cinnabar. These rich and enduring tones, achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 170 years ago, exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest mid-19th century Turkmen productions. The inclusion of a complex border system decorated with a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating geometric rosettes and stylized “Chemche” motifs creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical finesse of the weavers. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand-spun local wool with a characteristically soft, velvet-like pile and a supple yet firm handle. The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines—specifically the internal cruciform details of the guls and the precisely executed guard borders—definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic mid-19th century Tekke. Ultimately, this torba stands as a premier example of Central Asian textile art, representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global textile collectors.

Dimensions:
Width: 15.75 in (40 cm)Length: 43.31 in (110 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Wool,Hand-Knotted
Place of Origin:
Central Asia
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1850's
Condition:
Seller Location:
Sultanahmet, TR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU7849250119122

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