Antique Turkmen Torba, Sariq Tribe, Yolatan Oasis, Turkmenistan, Central Asia.
Price
£1,200
| $1,587 USD | €1,358 EUR
Item Ref
BM/Sariq
Description
The Turkmen 'torba' was either a small storage-bag or in this case, a wedding camel decoration.Made during the last quarter of the 19th century by Sariq tribes in the Yolatan Oasis region of Turkmenistan, this beautifully made trapping contains highlights of cochineal-dye silk throughout, indicating it was quite possibly a prized dowry presentation piece. The silk highlights can be seen as light-coloured areas in the photos.
The torba is complete and in excellent condition.
Size: 1.35m x 0.38m (4' 5" x 1' 3").
Viewing by appointment only.
Internal Ref: BM/Sariq
Dimensions
Height = 38 cm (15")Width = 135 cm (53")
Depth = 0 cm (0")
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