Large Vintage Turkmen Red Tribal Rug

This deep red vintage Turkmen rug is large and originates from Afghanistan. The pattern is a tribal geometric repeating design which is synonymous with Turkmen rugs. Turkmen rugs are renowned for their use of deep colours with contrasting shades. This vintage rug is more than 60 years old and is in pristine condition, rugs from Afghanistan are extremely hard wearing. These hand knotted rugs take between 8 to 12 months to create.

Turkmen rug patterns represent various Turkmen tribes. The black and white repeating pattern works extremely well with the deep red shade. Rugs from Afghanistan are normally produced by the very talented and creative ladies of Afghanistan. This vintage large area rug is made from 100% wool and the dyes used are 100% natural (derived from pomegranates, spices & natural stones). This large area rug is 290cm x 205cm.

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Additional Info:

• How can you identify a real Afghani Rug? Rugs from Afghanistan predominantly use 100% wool. These rugs are handwoven, the colours are deep shades, predominately red, warm brown, maroon, ivory, navy and green. The dyes used are vegetable or flower dyes, for example the red shade is extracted from pomegranates. Afghani rugs have a repeating geometric pattern, which usually consist of stars, hexagons, tribal symbols, florals, birds or trees. Afghani Rugs, depending on the size can take from  6 to 12 months to produce.
• Are rugs from Afghanistan good quality? Rugs from Afghanistan are highly crafted with traditional patterns, these skills usually pass from mother to daughter. Rugs from Afghanistan are incredible durable and hard wearing and will retain their vibrant colours if harsh, direct sunlight is avoided.