Chaudur Turkmen Shallow Tent-Bag (Torba) Thompson sale Lot 36


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Chaudur Turkmen Shallow Tent-Bag (Torba) Thompson sale Lot 36

A Chaudur Turkmen Shallow Tent-Bag (Torba),

Turkmenistan 19th Century, repaired slits, partial sides borders, overcast sides, repaired holes in the top edge. Approximately 1 ft. 4 in. by 3 ft. 3 in. (0.41 m. by 0.99 m.)

The Chaudur produced a great quantity of functional and rather badly woven bags and carpets. Occasionally one comes across a piece with that sparkle found in the best weavings of the other tribes. This little piece has good color and is well made.

Lot 36

Sotheby's Fine Oriental Rugs and Carpets

New York Saturday 12/16/93

est. $3,000-4,000

Sold for 6,038

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

Selections from the Thompson Oriental Carpet Sale

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