Vintage Persian Kerman Rug charcoal Style: The term Turkmen Tekke

Style: The term Turkmen Tekke Engsi rug refers to a specific type of rug produced by the Tekke Turkmen people

Please note that this rug has been stretched on the bottom left corner

and the intricate designs often held cultural and spiritual significance within the Turkmen community

it was home

Stock Number: BR961

Vintage Persian Kerman Rug charcoal Style: The term Turkmen TekkeThis rug comes from Kerman, a city that has been weaving since the 15th century and remains one of the most celebrated weaving centres in all of Persia. Sitting deep in the desert of southeastern Iran, its isolation kept its tradition intact for centuries, allowing craftspeople to develop their work without interruption. Marco Polo encountered these rugs on his travels. Shah Abbas I gave them as tribute to the Ottoman Court. Kerman rugs have always