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Antique Karadashli Chuval - Mid 19th Century

$4,500
£3,391.96
€3,967.33
CA$6,369.31
A$6,484.89
CHF 3,734.71
MX$78,137.87
NOK 43,341.53
SEK 43,728.93
DKK 29,654.15

About the Item

This rare mid 19th century Karadashli torba highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a structured grid of six monumental chuval guls anchored within a deep madder red field. This structural balance between the ivory-accented medallions and the expansive negative space reflects the pinnacle of the Yomut-related Turkmen weaving tradition. Textiles of this era from the Karadashli tribe are world-renowned for their extraordinary graphic intensity and a sophisticated nomadic vocabulary that represents a distinct artistic language developed over centuries of Central Asian heritage. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary madder ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high-contrast shifts of indigo blue and luminous ivory. 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 tribal productions. The inclusion of a sophisticated primary border containing a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating latch-hook motifs, along with a solid madder red “elem” or lower skirt, creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and technical finesse. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand-spun local wool with a characteristically sturdy handle and a rich historical patina. The exceptional clarity of the decorative outlines, specifically the sharp geometric precision of the internal gul quarters and the precisely rendered symmetry of the field, distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic mid 19th century Karadashli production. Ultimately, this piece represents a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global museum-level collectors of Turkmen textiles.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 21.26 in (54 cm)Length: 42.52 in (108 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Central Asia
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849249984342

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