TURKMEN CARPET

Late 19th century
Handwoven, wool, natural dyes, synthetic mixed highlights.
93.7 x 44.8 in (238 x 114 cm)

There is a black fabric sleeve sown on the back of the carpet in case it is desired to be hung

NON-EXPORTABLE

This lot will be shipped in a roll

A Turkmen carpet, probably woven by an artisan from the Yomud tribe in the Uzbekistan or Turkmenistan area. The central panel contains seven horizontal rows of interconnected crabs. Eight horizontal rows of scrolling waves or running dogs create separator panels for the rows of crabs. Abstract tree shapes adorn the border and supplementary chevron devices decorate the top and bottom ends.