Saryk Khordjin ex Dr. Jon Thompson


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A Pair of Saryk Turkmen Bags,

Turkmenistan 19th century, Pile and flatwoven, magenta silk highlights, cotton whites, some fraying to the applied binding, small repair to flatwoven back. Approximately 3 ft. 1 in. by 1 ft. by 5 in. (094 by 043 cm)

Lot 22

Sotheby's Fine Oriental Rugs and Carpets

New York Saturday 12/16/93

est. $5,000 - 7,000

Sold for $5,750

Provenance: The collection of Dr. and Mrs. Jon Thompson

Selections from the Thompson Oriental Carpet Sale

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

La Miniature En Orient

JBOC's Notes on the Bible

Southwest Asia Time Line

Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

Persian Rugs the O'Connell Guides