Lot 88
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A TEKKE EMBROIDERED ASMALYK
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A TEKKE EMBROIDERED ASMALYK

TURKMENISTAN, CIRCA 1870

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A TEKKE EMBROIDERED ASMALYK
TURKMENISTAN, CIRCA 1870
Light surface stains, corroded black, minor loss of fringes, original flat selvages, overall good condition
2ft.3in. x 5ft.2in. (69cm. x 157cm.)
Special notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.

Lot Essay

Tekke embroidered asmalyks were discussed by Michael Franses in Turkoman Studies I, London, 1980, pp.164-171. The present example is particularly interesting with the small human figures seen at one side of the field. For many further examples of the group please see "Auction Price guide", Hali 136, September-October 2004, p.119).

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