Antique Tekke Turkmen Chuval
Skilled artisans from the Tekke Turkmen tribe create finely woven antique chuvals with thirty guls. These Central Asian textiles showcase the tribe’s exceptional weaving skills and intricate designs. Nomadic Turkmen tribes traditionally used these small, rectangular bags to store and transport household items.
Weavers use a flat-weave technique to make these thin, flexible textiles with smooth surfaces. They combine wool and sometimes silk to produce a durable yet shiny material. Tekke chuvals stand out for their complex design elements.
Tekke weavers often include geometric patterns, stylized flowers, and repeated symbols in their textiles. These designs go beyond decoration, carrying cultural and symbolic meaning that reflects the Tekke tribe’s rich heritage and traditions.
Deep reds, blues, and ivory tones dominate Tekke chuval colors. Weavers use natural dyes from local plants and minerals to create bold, vibrant hues. This adds to the chuvals’ charm, as the colors age beautifully over time, developing a unique look that enhances their appeal.
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