Description Tekke torba, aina gul type, Turkmenistan, early 19th century. One of four pieces of this design type in the Marsh Collection, they are all noted for their deep, dark-toned, saturated dyes, exceptionally fine weave and luxurious springy wool. Magenta silk and white cotton highlights are almost always found in these jewel-like trappings. Size: 2'6'' x 1'0'' (76 x 30 cm). Weight: 1 lbs. Material: wool pile, silk and cotton highlights, wool warp, wool weft.
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