Vintage Ersari Turkmen Embroidered Flatweave Textile, 166 × 129 cm

Description
This vintage Ersari Turkmen embroidered flatweave textile features a striking horizontal banded composition decorated with stylised geometric motifs and shemle-inspired designs rendered in rich shades of indigo, madder red and burnt orange. Handwoven in wool with intricate supplementary embroidery, the raised decorative elements create exceptional texture and depth against the flatwoven ground. The bold tribal aesthetic and vibrant natural colour palette reflect the enduring weaving traditions of the Ersari people of Central Asia. Suitable as both a decorative floor textile and an impressive wall hanging, this finely crafted example offers strong visual impact while representing an increasingly sought-after form of Turkmen tribal weaving.

Region & Attribution
Attributed to the Ersari Turkmen weaving tradition of Central Asia. Based on the horizontal banded composition, embroidered construction, colour palette and stylised shemle-inspired geometric motifs visible throughout the textile.

Condition
Good vintage condition with age-related wear consistent with use. Areas of thread loss and wear to the embroidered decoration are present, together with minor edge wear and age-related irregularities. The original plain-woven end panels remain intact, enhancing the textile's authenticity and character.

Dimensions
166 × 129 cm

Materials
Handwoven wool with supplementary embroidered decoration on a wool foundation.

Circa
Mid 20th century or earlier.