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What is a Tekke rug?

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What is a Tekke rug?
A Tekke rug is one that’s made by the Tekke Turkmen, a large group of people who live in Turkmenistan and are known around the world for their quality rugs. Most Tekke rugs have a red field color and are made of all wool except for an occasional patch of silk on older models. Shop a collection of authentic Tekke rugs from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Zabihi Collection Antique Tekke Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a 19th-century Tekke rug in a lumbar size. Measures: 16" x 24".
Category

20th Century Tribal Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Early 20th Century Turkmen Tekke Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
An early 20th century Turkmen Tekke rug with an all-over pattern of multi-colored medallions, each
Category

Vintage 1910s Persian Tribal Persian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkman Tekke Rug 2' 6'' x 4' 4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Turkman Tekke Rug, size: 2' 6'' x 4' 4''
Category

Antique Early 1900s Turkmen Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Vintage Turkmen Tekke Rug, 1960s, 1C912
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade vintage Turkmen Tekke rug in wool and traditional design. The rug is from the end of 20th
Category

Vintage 1960s Turkmen Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkmen Tekke Rug, Tekke Main Carpet, Turkoman Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
73357, antique Turkmenistan Tekke rug, Tekke main carpet. This antique Tekke rug features seven
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Russian Tribal Russian and Scandinavian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Collectible Turkmen Tekke Rug, 1880s, 1B931
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Turkmen Tekke rug in original good condition. The rug has been made in the end of
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Turkmen Central Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

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