This item is an antique handmade Turkmen Tekke rug from the early 20th century, often referred to in the trade as a Bokhara rug.
Design: Features a traditional geometric pattern with repeating “gul” emblems (tribal octagons) in columns.
Colour Palette: Primarily brick red or brown with accent colours including beige, black, and ivory.
Material & Technique: Hand-knotted with a wool pile on a wool foundation. Size: Similar examples typically measure around 1.2 meters by 1.1 meters, and are often used as hearth or small area rugs.
£400