2'x4' Antique Rug | Tekke Turkoman Bagface Rug

A rare Antique Turkoman Tekke Ak Chuval Bag-face is a traditional textile artifact originating from the Tekke Turkmen tribe of Central Asia, particularly Turkmenistan. These bag-faces are woven pieces traditionally used as decorative panels on storage bags (chuvals) or as wall hangings.

Turkoman Tekke: The Tekke are one of the most well-known tribes of the Turkoman people, who traditionally inhabited regions that span Turkmenistan, Afghanistan, and parts of Iran. The Tekke tribe is renowned for producing some of the finest and most detailed tribal rugs and textiles.
Ak Chuval: The term Ak Chuval refers to a particular type of bag or storage pouch traditionally used by nomadic peoples for carrying goods. The Ak in the name typically refers to the light color or white background seen in the bag’s design.

Dimensions: 4'1"x2'5"