Persian Turkoman Wool Rug - 1.35 x 0.92 Balouchi

Persian Turkoman Wool Rug - 1.35 x 0.92 BalouchiA Turkmen rug (Trkmen haly or Turkoman carpet) is a type of handmade floor covering textile traditionally originating in Central Asia. The original Turkmen rugs were produced by the Turkmen tribes who are the main ethnic group in Turkmenistan and are also found in Afghanistan and Iran. They are used for various purposes, including tent rugs, door hangings and bags of various sizes. A few centuries back, almost all Turkmen rugs were produced by nomadic

carpets designed around a central medallion and with flowing saz-style vegetation came into vogue

shape of human eye

maintaining their luster and appearance for centuries

Mostly dark in colour with geometrical design which creates the simple elegance

are characterised by their robustness

This piece has a delightful patina and has a 'softness' to it that suggest that it has

the area rugs have a Kurdish influence as well as a Turkish influence

The overall impact of this carpet is one of luxury and delight in spring and nature's beauty

Heriz and Gorawan are only 2 of them

Soft wool is used for the pile and is of a loose pile

depending on the particular styles of area rugs that they are weaving

an established garden motif