Fine Turkmen Ensi rug 146 x 117 cms exclude-discount 100% hand spun wool

100% hand spun wool

the pattern has a similar scale to the spectacular ceiling of the room for which it was woven

Fine pulkari work uses expensive silk thread very sparingly

Southwest persian

Fine Turkmen Ensi rug 146 x 117 cms exclude-discount 100% hand spun woolFine Turkmen Ensi C1900. Yomut tribe. The original purpose of an ensi is to cover the door of the Turkmen dwelling known as a yurt. The orientation is indicated by the small arch which would point upwards. The two rectangular compartments contain ancient Shamanic motifs probably predating Islam. This example is in fairly good condition for its age with low to medium pile. There is an old split, discreetly repaired. The foundation is strong throughout.