
Description
An early 20th century Turkemen pillow we acquired from a private estate. We loved the tassels the weaver added giving it more of a unique character. Sewn shut with polyfill insert. 18'' x 18''
The most valuable carpets, and textiles in the Turkemen yurt were always dowry pieces. For Turkmen women, weaving these pieces for their daughter's or sister's dowry or for themselves was both a labor of love and a matter of prestige. Particular care and diligence were taken in both the sorting and the carding of the finest wool, invariably from the spring clip. These pieces, many of them works of art, have a variety of colors and detail in the design that are difficult to find in market-produced pieces. They are made with one of the finest hand spun wool using natural dyes with the traditional Turkish double wefted asymmetrical knot.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent - Minor wear consistent with age and history
Dimensions:
Height: 18 in.
Width: 18 in.
Depth: 0.2 in.
Category: Pillows
Materials: Wool
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The most valuable carpets, and textiles in the Turkemen yurt were always dowry pieces. For Turkmen women, weaving these pieces for their daughter's or sister's dowry or for themselves was both a labor of love and a matter of prestige. Particular care and diligence were taken in both the sorting and the carding of the finest wool, invariably from the spring clip. These pieces, many of them works of art, have a variety of colors and detail in the design that are difficult to find in market-produced pieces. They are made with one of the finest hand spun wool using natural dyes with the traditional Turkish double wefted asymmetrical knot.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent - Minor wear consistent with age and history
Dimensions:
Height: 18 in.
Width: 18 in.
Depth: 0.2 in.
Category: Pillows
Materials: Wool
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent - Minor wear consistent with age and history
Buyer's Premium
20%
19th Century Antique Turkeman Tasseled Pillow
Estimate $500-$1,130
Starting Price
$500
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