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Early 18th century Salor Juval Lot 19

JBOC Attribution: Oriental Rugs > Turkmen Rugs > Salor Rugs

Early 18th century Salor Juval

This is a great Salor Turkmen Trapping. The legendary turkmen expert James C. Allen convinced noted collector Kurt Munkacsi to add this Salor Juval to his colletion. . This Juval was later c14 tested by Dr. Timothy A. J. Jull and was dated to the early 18th century.

A Salor Juval.

Central Turkistan early 18th century, (Sotheby's incorrectly listed it as late 18th century) Small holes, loses to one side, oxidized aubergines, silk highlights. Approximately 4 ft. 1 in. by 2 ft. by 11
Warps: Wool, Z2S alternate warp slightly depressed, ivory
Weft: Wool, Z2 2 shoots medium to dark brown.
Pile: Wool , asymmetrical knot, open to the left.
Density: 13 – 15h 18 – 20v
Sides: Wool 1 outer cord of 3 warps incomplete.
Ends: Warp fringe.
Colors: Venetian red, garnet, deep bottle green, toast, pewter brown, indigo, cordovan, ochre.

Note: To further a long term research project I am collecting data. When a piece such as this may be of interest to others I have decided to share my notes prior to culmination of the project. Any additions, information, or corrections, would be appreciated.

For Further Reading:

Guide to Rugs & Books

Persian Miniature Painting

JBOC's Notes on the Bible

Southwest Asia Time Line

Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

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