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Antique Ersari Rug, 19th Century
Antique Ersari Rug, 19th Century

Antique Ersari Rug, 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Central Asian Turkmen Ersari Rug, 19th Century (3rd Quarter) Being sold on behalf of Dr. and Mrs.

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19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Gorgeous Early 20th Century Ersari Rug
Gorgeous Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Gorgeous Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A gorgeous early 20th century Persian Ersari rug with an all-over stylized floral pattered woven in crimson, white, and indigo, against a crimson background, and surrounded by multip...

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Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, Late 19th Century
Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, Late 19th Century

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, Late 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, Late 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 8'1" W x 11'5" L Origin: Turkmenistan Period: Late 19th Century

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Late 19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkomen Ersari Rug with Repeating Gul Design
Antique Turkomen Ersari Rug with Repeating Gul Design

Antique Turkomen Ersari Rug with Repeating Gul Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

Hand-Knotted Ersari Rug. Keivan Woven Arts; rug EMB-9656-P13592, country of origin / type: Turkestan / Ersari, circa 1930s.

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1920s Turkestan Agra Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Large Afghan Ersari Rug, c. 1900
Antique Large Afghan Ersari Rug, c. 1900

Antique Large Afghan Ersari Rug, c. 1900

Located in Dublin, NH

Afghan Large Ersari Rug, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 9'3" W x 18'4" L Origin: Afghanistan Period: c. 1900 Rug ID: 17944

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19th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Tribal Mini Khani Ersari Rug
Zabihi Collection Tribal Mini Khani Ersari Rug

Zabihi Collection Tribal Mini Khani Ersari Rug

Located in New York, NY

an early 20th century tribal ersari rug in green and brown with a mini khani pattern often found in 19th century caucasian rugs Details rug no. j3942 size 10' 3" x 12' 10" (312 x 39...

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Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Exceptional Early 20th Century Ersari Rug
Exceptional Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Exceptional Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An exceptional early 20th century Persian Ersari rug with an incredible pattern with multiple octagonal medallions on a rich crimson background.

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Early 1900s Asian Khotan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug circa 1900
Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug circa 1900

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug circa 1900

Located in Morton Grove, IL

What makes this rug a very rare item in the Ersari group is the size, as most of the antique Turman Ersari are room sizes and very few-if any at all-are scatter size.The rug is in ab...

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Early 1900s Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

All-Over Gul Design Turkmen Vintage Ersari Rug in Soft Brown and Taupe
All-Over Gul Design Turkmen Vintage Ersari Rug in Soft Brown and Taupe

All-Over Gul Design Turkmen Vintage Ersari Rug in Soft Brown and Taupe

Located in Atlanta, GA

SEO Keywords: All-Over Gul Design Turkmen Vintage Ersari Rug Turkmen vintage Ersari rug all-over gul design rug Ersari tribal rug Turkmen wool pile rug vintage Central Asian rug brow...

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Early 20th Century East Turkestani Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Afghan Turkmen Ersari Rug circa 1920
Antique Afghan Turkmen Ersari Rug circa 1920

Antique Afghan Turkmen Ersari Rug circa 1920

Located in Morton Grove, IL

This rug is hand woven in Afghanistan. Known as Ersari these Turkaman woven rugs dates back many centuries.Ersari rugs were made with a lustrous wool that could absorb vegetable dyes...

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1920s Afghan Other Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Vintage Turkmen Ersari Rug, Handwoven Wool, Geometric Design, 1890s
Vintage Turkmen Ersari Rug, Handwoven Wool, Geometric Design, 1890s

Vintage Turkmen Ersari Rug, Handwoven Wool, Geometric Design, 1890s

Located in Barrington, IL

A striking late 19th century Turkmen Ersari rug, handwoven in a rare near-square room-size format.

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Late 19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Vintage Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with All-Over Repeating Gul Design
Vintage Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with All-Over Repeating Gul Design

Vintage Turkomen Ersari Rug in Wool with All-Over Repeating Gul Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

Hand-Knotted Ersari rug with All-Over Sub-Geometric Repeating Gul Design, Keivan Woven Arts; rug EMB-9652-P13542, country of origin / type: Turkestan / Ersari, circa 1940s.

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Early 20th Century Turkestan Islamic Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Maximalism
Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Maximalism

Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Maximalism

Located in Dallas, TX

74679 Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 05'09 X 13'02. Nomadic charm meets Maximalism in this antique Afghani Ersari rug.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, hand-knotted in 100% wool, Afghanistan 1920s
Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, hand-knotted in 100% wool, Afghanistan 1920s

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, hand-knotted in 100% wool, Afghanistan 1920s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a stunning Antique Turkmen Ersari rug. Ersari rugs as the one presented in this listing are typically hand-knotted using local wool and natural dyes, an...

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1920s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique XL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted, wool with silk details
Antique XL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted, wool with silk details

Antique XL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted, wool with silk details

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a magnificent XL Antique Ersari rug. It features triple pattern chain through the center.

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1920s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Large Turkomen Ersari Rug with All-Over Bokhara Design in Brown, Coffee & Yellow
Large Turkomen Ersari Rug with All-Over Bokhara Design in Brown, Coffee & Yellow

Large Turkomen Ersari Rug with All-Over Bokhara Design in Brown, Coffee & Yellow

Located in Atlanta, GA

Large Antique Turkoman Ersari rug with geometric motifs in yellow, Brown, coffee, and mocha. rug EMB-8511, Turkomen, circa 1930.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique XL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted made in Turkmenistan in 1920s
Antique XL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted made in Turkmenistan in 1920s

Antique XL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted made in Turkmenistan in 1920s

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a magnificent XL Antique Ersari rug. It features a triple pattern chain through the center.

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1920s Turkmen Islamic Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Large Antique Tribal Ersari Rug
Large Antique Tribal Ersari Rug

Large Antique Tribal Ersari Rug

Located in New York, NY

A highly decorative afghan Ersari large-size rug with a tribal all-over design from the 1st quarter of the 20th Century Measures: 7'7'' x 14'4''.

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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Tribal Ersari Rug, circa 1920
Antique Tribal Ersari Rug, circa 1920

Antique Tribal Ersari Rug, circa 1920

Located in Morton Grove, IL

Little jem created by the artisan of Turkman weavers presenting bold color and design with great charm.The pale orange field is decorated with rows of guls in brown and blue and some...

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1920s Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Tribal Square Ersari Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Tribal Square Ersari Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Tribal Square Ersari Rug

Located in New York, NY

A highly decorative afghan Ersari square size rug with a tribal all-over design from the 1st quarter of the 20th Century Measures: 5'1'' x 6'3''.

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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1920s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 6.8' x 9.4' - 1C1208
Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1920s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 6.8' x 9.4' - 1C1208

Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1920s, Hand-Knotted Wool, 6.8' x 9.4' - 1C1208

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A magnificent antique Afghan Ersari rug from the 1920s, showcasing the refined elegance and masterful craftsmanship of Turkmen tribal weaving.

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1920s French Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Handmade Antique Collecitble Afghan Ersari Rug 2.1' x 3.3' 1870s - 2B37
Handmade Antique Collecitble Afghan Ersari Rug 2.1' x 3.3' 1870s - 2B37

Handmade Antique Collecitble Afghan Ersari Rug 2.1' x 3.3' 1870s - 2B37

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Afghan Ersari Torba rug, crafted in the 1870s, is a rare and collectible piece that showcases the remarkable artistry and cultural heritage of the Ersari tribe.

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1870s Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Handmade Antique Collecitble Afghan Ersari Rug 2.1' x 3.3' 1870s - 2B38
Handmade Antique Collecitble Afghan Ersari Rug 2.1' x 3.3' 1870s - 2B38

Handmade Antique Collecitble Afghan Ersari Rug 2.1' x 3.3' 1870s - 2B38

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This handmade antique Afghan Baluch bagface, crafted in the 1880s, is a collectible piece that reflects the rich cultural traditions of the Baluch weavers. With its compact dimension...

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1870s Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Rare Corridor Size Late 19th Century Turkeman Ersari Rug
Zabihi Collection Rare Corridor Size Late 19th Century Turkeman Ersari Rug

Zabihi Collection Rare Corridor Size Late 19th Century Turkeman Ersari Rug

Located in New York, NY

A late 19th century rare size Ersari Tribal corridor size Rug Details rug no. j4349 size 6' 2" x 21' 3" (188 x 648 cm)

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Late 19th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Distressed 19th Century Turkmen Ersari
Antique Distressed 19th Century Turkmen Ersari

Antique Distressed 19th Century Turkmen Ersari

Located in Saint Ouen, FR

Beautiful 19th century distressed Turkmen Ersari rug, with a typical geometrical Turkmen Gul design and nice natural colors with red, orange, green, blue and purple, entirely hand kn...

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19th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique 20th Century Ersari Turkmen Rug  Authentic Tribal Gull Design
Antique 20th Century Ersari Turkmen Rug  Authentic Tribal Gull Design

Antique 20th Century Ersari Turkmen Rug Authentic Tribal Gull Design

Located in Norwalk, CT

This authentic antique Turkmen Ersari rug showcases the classic "elephant foot" or Gull design, rendered in a sophisticated, muted palette of sepia, chocolate, and sand.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Islamic Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Turkmenistan Rug Ersari
Turkmenistan Rug Ersari

Turkmenistan Rug Ersari

Located in Ferrara, IT

This captivating Ersari Turkmen rug is a superb example of Central Asian tribal weaving at its finest.

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Late 19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Pale Afghan Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Pale Afghan Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Pale Afghan Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 20th-century antique Ersari rug with cotton back and zipper closure. Measures: 13'' x 26''

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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Tribal Antique Rug Pillow
Tribal Antique Rug Pillow

Tribal Antique Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 19th-century antique Ersari rug in blue and brown with cotton back.

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Late 19th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 20th-century antique Ersari rug with cotton back and zipper closure. Measures: 14'' x 20''

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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 19th-century antique Ersari rug with cotton back and zipper closure. Measures: 18'' x 20''

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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 19th-century antique Ersari rug with cotton back and zipper closure. Measures: 14'' x 21''

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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Square Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Square Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Rustic Tribal Afghan Square Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 20th-century antique Ersari rug with cotton back and zipper closure. Measures: 18'' x 18''

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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool, Cotton, Foam

19th Century Central Asian Ersari Turkmen Rug with All-Over Diamond Design
19th Century Central Asian Ersari Turkmen Rug with All-Over Diamond Design

19th Century Central Asian Ersari Turkmen Rug with All-Over Diamond Design

Located in Barueri, SP, BR

This 19th-century Ersari rug presents one of the most recognisable designs from the Turkmen weaving tradition: an uninterrupted diamond lattice that creates a refined, rhythmic surfa...

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Late 19th Century Central Asian Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Zabihi Collection Small Tribal Afghan Antique Rug Pillow
Zabihi Collection Small Tribal Afghan Antique Rug Pillow

Zabihi Collection Small Tribal Afghan Antique Rug Pillow

Located in New York, NY

Pillow made from a 19th-century antique Ersari rug with cotton back and zipper closure.

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Early 20th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Foam

Antique Turkoman Ersari Main Rug Afghan Geometric Rug 1880
Antique Turkoman Ersari Main Rug Afghan Geometric Rug 1880

Antique Turkoman Ersari Main Rug Afghan Geometric Rug 1880

Located in New York, NY

Magnificent antique large Ersari Rug with an intricate geometric design. It is a very fine piece and was acquired from a Manhattan NY estate.

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1880s Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug Of Rare Form, Great Study Item, Circa 1850 Or Earlier
Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug Of Rare Form, Great Study Item, Circa 1850 Or Earlier

Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug Of Rare Form, Great Study Item, Circa 1850 Or Earlier

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Ersari Turkmen rug of scarce design Circa 1850 or earlier The rug is very similar to one published by George O'Bannon, in 'Turkoman rugs' page 21, the rug is described as be...

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19th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Vintage Turkmen Ersari Hand-Knotted Carpet, Wool Pile, Allover Geometric Design
Vintage Turkmen Ersari Hand-Knotted Carpet, Wool Pile, Allover Geometric Design

Vintage Turkmen Ersari Hand-Knotted Carpet, Wool Pile, Allover Geometric Design

Located in Barrington, IL

Valued for both its cultural authenticity and decorative versatility, this vintage Ersari rug embodies the artistry of Central Asian weaving traditions.

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Early 20th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Mid 19th Century Antique Beshir Rug from Turkmenistan in Blue, Red, Brown
Mid 19th Century Antique Beshir Rug from Turkmenistan in Blue, Red, Brown

Mid 19th Century Antique Beshir Rug from Turkmenistan in Blue, Red, Brown

Located in Atlanta, GA

The foundation of older Beshir, such as this rug, is all wool. It is also noted that some of the Ersari rugs of Northern Afghanistan of Ersari tribes use a mixture of wool and goat’s...

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1860s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

19th Century Antique Red Geometric Turkmen Erzari Rug € 9, 000, ca 1870
19th Century Antique Red Geometric Turkmen Erzari Rug € 9, 000, ca 1870

19th Century Antique Red Geometric Turkmen Erzari Rug € 9, 000, ca 1870

Located in Firenze, IT

Antique Turkmen Rug Erzari sec. XIX cm. Measures: 444 x 190 € 9,000 The Ersari are a tribe of the Turkmen people of Central Asia and one of the five main tribes of Turkmenistan.

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Late 19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Ersari Turkomen Very Rare small main carpet circa 1860 short term reduction
Ersari Turkomen Very Rare small main carpet circa 1860 short term reduction

Ersari Turkomen Very Rare small main carpet circa 1860 short term reduction

Located in WYNNUM, QLD

This is a particularly pleasing rendition of traditional design elements. Though Ersari rugs are woven according to tribal conventions, each piece holds its own differences, created ...

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1860s Turkestan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Vintage Turkmen Tekke Tribal Gallery Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 1920s
Vintage Turkmen Tekke Tribal Gallery Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 1920s

Vintage Turkmen Tekke Tribal Gallery Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, 1920s

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 7’ x 14’ 8” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Afghanistan, Central Asia Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with vegetable dyes Cond...

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Ersari Ensi Rug, 19th Century
Ersari Ensi Rug, 19th Century

Ersari Ensi Rug, 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Ersari Ensi Rug, 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'2" W x 5'2" L Origin: Turkmenistan Period: 19th Century Rug ID: 19559

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19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Turkmen Rug Ersari Snake Design
Turkmen Rug Ersari Snake Design

Turkmen Rug Ersari Snake Design

Located in Ferrara, IT

This captivating Ersari Turkmen rug, featuring the rare and mesmerizing “Snake Design” motif, is a powerful testament to the creative and symbolic complexity of Central Asian tribal ...

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19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Ersari Ensi Rug, c. 1900
Ersari Ensi Rug, c. 1900

Ersari Ensi Rug, c. 1900

Located in Dublin, NH

Ersari Ensi Rug, c. 1900 An ensi is a type of weaving used by the Turkmen of Central Asia as door-flaps on the inside of nomadic tents or yurts.

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19th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

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Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, circa 1900
Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, circa 1900

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, circa 1900

Unavailable

W 63 in L 44.49 in

Antique Turkmen Ersari Rug, circa 1900

Located in London, GB

Antique Turkmen Ersari rug 160 x 113cm, circa 1900 Ersari one of the major tribes of Turkmen people of Central Asia and one of the five major tribes of the country of Turkmenistan...

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19th Century Antique Ersari Rug

Ersari L-9023
Ersari L-9023

Ersari L-9023

Unavailable

W 81 in L 110 in

Ersari L-9023

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Early 20th century Tribal Ersari Rug

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Early 20th Century Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Ersari Wool Rug. 3.35 x 1.90 m
Antique Ersari Wool Rug. 3.35 x 1.90 m

Antique Ersari Wool Rug. 3.35 x 1.90 m

Unavailable

W 74.81 in L 131.89 in

Antique Ersari Wool Rug. 3.35 x 1.90 m

Located in MADRID, ES

Antique Turkestan Ersari rug. Around 1900. - This piece is characterized by the decoration of geometric elements , blue, red and green throughout the field. - Base tones of its field...

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Early 1900s Turkestan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow
Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

Unavailable

H 16.1 in W 30.7 in D 5 in

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

By Ersari Tribe

Located in By Appointment Only, CA

A pillow fashioned from a colorful Ersari Turkmen tribal rug. Measures: 30.7" x 16.1".

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19th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Linen, Wool

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow
Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

Unavailable

H 16.9 in W 19.68 in D 5 in

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

By Ersari Tribe

Located in By Appointment Only, CA

A pillow fashioned from a colorful Ersari Turkmen tribal rug. Measures: 19.68" x 16.9".

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19th Century Central Asian Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Linen, Wool

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow
Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

Unavailable

H 16.5 in W 31.5 in D 5 in

Antique Ersari Turkmen Pillow

By Ersari Tribe

Located in By Appointment Only, CA

A pillow fashioned from a colorful Ersari Turkmen tribal rug. Measures: 31.5" x 16.5".

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19th Century Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Linen, Wool

Antique Ersari Tribal Rug
Antique Ersari Tribal Rug

Antique Ersari Tribal Rug

Unavailable

W 68.9 in L 97.25 in

Antique Ersari Tribal Rug

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Ersari tribal rug with soft wool and beautiful colors.

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Late 19th Century Turkestan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Ersari
Ersari

Ersari

Unavailable

W 5.8 in L 4.5 in

Ersari

Located in Washington,, DC

Beautiful Turkmen from Central Asia. Depth of color and famous Turkmen pattern.

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Early 20th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Ersari G-9560
Ersari G-9560

Ersari G-9560

Unavailable

W 91 in L 172 in

Ersari G-9560

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

An early 20th century worn rustic ersari tribal rug.

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Early 20th Century Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Turkmen Ersari Saddle Blanket
Turkmen Ersari Saddle Blanket

Turkmen Ersari Saddle Blanket

Unavailable

W 67 in L 64 in

Turkmen Ersari Saddle Blanket

Located in Seattle, WA

This is a fantastic handwoven Turkmen Ersari saddle blanket that would make for a perfect table runner or wall hanging. The simple cream colored panels have pile faces and flank the ...

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Early 20th Century Turkmen Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Ersari Carpet, c. 1900
Antique Ersari Carpet, c. 1900

Antique Ersari Carpet, c. 1900

Unavailable

W 161.42 in L 114.97 in

Antique Ersari Carpet, c. 1900

Located in London, GB

The Ersari tribe of Central Asia, residing in Southern Turkmenistan and Northern Afghanistan, have a long and rich history in the world of antique rugs.

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Early 1900s Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Afghan Ersari Ensi Tent Hanging
Antique Afghan Ersari Ensi Tent Hanging

Antique Afghan Ersari Ensi Tent Hanging

Unavailable

W 56 in L 80 in

Antique Afghan Ersari Ensi Tent Hanging

Located in Evanston, IL

This antique rug woven by the Turkomen in Afghanistan has a geometric motif that is designed to imitate the look of a door. They were hung in tent as dividers or on the inside of th...

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Late 19th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Early 20th Century ANTIQUE AFGHAN ERSARI features a repeating boteh motif
Early 20th Century ANTIQUE AFGHAN ERSARI features a repeating boteh motif

Early 20th Century ANTIQUE AFGHAN ERSARI features a repeating boteh motif

By Tufenkian

Located in New York, NY

This is a hand knotted Antique Afghan Ersari, crafted sometime prior to the early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Other Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Ersari or Uzbek Kilim or Runner, Central Asia, Early 20th Century
Antique Ersari or Uzbek Kilim or Runner, Central Asia, Early 20th Century

Antique Ersari or Uzbek Kilim or Runner, Central Asia, Early 20th Century

Located in By Appointment Only, CA

The ‘sofreh’ is a component of everyday life in some parts of Asia, where a family will gather around a cloth or weaving spread out on the floor upon which platters of food will be p...

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Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Circa 1900 Ersari Torba, Repeated Pattern in Coral, Navy, and Brown Wool
Antique Circa 1900 Ersari Torba, Repeated Pattern in Coral, Navy, and Brown Wool

Antique Circa 1900 Ersari Torba, Repeated Pattern in Coral, Navy, and Brown Wool

Located in Evanston, IL

Handwoven Ersari Torba with a repeated pattern in good condition. Wool foundation and wool pile.

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Early 20th Century Central Asian Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Pillow, Ersari Turkmen Rug 'Fragment'.
Antique Pillow, Ersari Turkmen Rug 'Fragment'.

Antique Pillow, Ersari Turkmen Rug 'Fragment'.

Unavailable

H 19.2 in W 30.3 in D 5 in

Antique Pillow, Ersari Turkmen Rug 'Fragment'.

Located in By Appointment Only, CA

A pillow fashioned from a colorful Ersari/Kizil Ayak Turkmen tribal rug. Measures: 19.2" x 30.3".

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Late 19th Century Turkestan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Pillow, Ersari Tribe Turkmen Rug Frag
Antique Pillow, Ersari Tribe Turkmen Rug Frag

Antique Pillow, Ersari Tribe Turkmen Rug Frag

Unavailable

H 20 in W 23.6 in D 5 in

Antique Pillow, Ersari Tribe Turkmen Rug Frag

Located in By Appointment Only, CA

A pillow fashioned from an antique Tekke Turkmen tribal rug. Measures 20" x 23.6". It comes with an insert to accommodate the filling. Filling is not provided. The co...

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Late 19th Century Turkmen Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Linen, Wool

Antique Afghan Rug Rich Red Background, 1920
Antique Afghan Rug Rich Red Background, 1920

Antique Afghan Rug Rich Red Background, 1920

Unavailable

W 105.91 in L 150.79 in

Antique Afghan Rug Rich Red Background, 1920

Located in Berlin, DE

Antique Ersari Afghan rug dating from circa 1920 with rich red background color in very good condition with minimal signs of age and use.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Ersari Rug
Antique Ersari Rug

Antique Ersari Rug

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W 104 in L 84 in

Antique Ersari Rug

By Ersari Tribe

Located in New York, NY

An antique ersari rug with phenomenal saturated colors and great patina.

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19th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Early 20th Century Ersari Rug
Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

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W 58 in L 108 in

Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Afghani Ersari rug with an amazing pattern of eight-sided geometric medallions on a crimson background, surrounded by a complementary geometric border.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Early 20th Century Ersari Rug
Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

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W 84 in L 133 in

Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A beautiful early 20th century Afghani Ersari rug with an all-over patter of crimson and indigo medallions each woven with a stylized floral pattern and set against a fantastic abras...

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1910s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Afghan Ersari Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Afghan Ersari Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Afghan Ersari Rug

Located in New York, NY

a 2nd quarter of the 20th century Afghan Ersari Rug in neutral colors rug no. j4380 size 8'6" x 11'3"

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Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Beautiful Early 20th Century Ersari Rug
Beautiful Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Beautiful Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A beautiful early 20th century Afghani Ersari rug with an all-over patter of crimson and indigo medallions each woven with a stylized floral pattern and set against a fantastic abras...

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1910s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Fantastic Early 20th Century Ersari Rug
Fantastic Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Fantastic Early 20th Century Ersari Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic early 20th century Afghani Ersari rug with multiple all-over crimson and indigo octagonal medallions amidst a field of stylized flowers and scrolling vines all woven in c...

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1910s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Afghan Ersari Rug, 1910s
Handmade Vintage Afghan Ersari Rug, 1910s

Handmade Vintage Afghan Ersari Rug, 1910s

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Antique Afghan Ersari rug in original good condition. The beautiful red color on this rug mixed with some abrashes of brown and burgundy shades.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s
Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s

Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Antique Afghan Ersari rug in original good condition. Very nice colors: bright red with deep blue for the design.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s, 1C594
Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s, 1C594

Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s, 1C594

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Antique Afghan Ersari rug with repeating "Elephant foot" pattern.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s, 1C620
Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s, 1C620

Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1900s, 1C620

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique Afghan Ersari rug from the beginning of 20th century. This rug made in bright red wool.

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Early 1900s Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1920s, 1C916
Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1920s, 1C916

Handmade Antique Afghan Ersari Rug, 1920s, 1C916

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Handmade antique Afghan Ersari rug in traditional design. The rug is in from the beginning of 20th century in original condition, it has some signs of age.

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1920s Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Early 20th Century Afghani Ersari Rug
Early 20th Century Afghani Ersari Rug

Early 20th Century Afghani Ersari Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

This early 20th-century Afghani Ersari rug is a striking example of tribal craftsmanship, featuring an all-over pattern of octagonal medallions, each filled with stylized floral moti...

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1920s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Afghan Ersari Rug
Antique Afghan Ersari Rug

Antique Afghan Ersari Rug

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W 102 in L 144 in

Antique Afghan Ersari Rug

By Mehraban Rugs

Located in WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA

Trefoil motif borders. An antique rug by the Ersari, a group of Turkmen tribes of northern Afghanistan renowned for their weaving arts.

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Antique Afghan Beshir Ersari Rug. 10 ft 6 in x 14 ft 6 in
Antique Afghan Beshir Ersari Rug. 10 ft 6 in x 14 ft 6 in

Antique Afghan Beshir Ersari Rug. 10 ft 6 in x 14 ft 6 in

Located in New York, NY

Antique Afghan Beshir Ersari Rug, Country of Origin: Afghanistan Rugs, Circa date: 1880.

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19th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century XXL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted, wool with silk details
Early 20th Century XXL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted, wool with silk details

Early 20th Century XXL Afghan Ersari Rug, hand-knotted, wool with silk details

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a magnificent XXL Antique Ersari rug. It features quadruple pattern chain through the center, which happens rarely on these rugs, as most of them featur...

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1910s Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique Abrashed Ersari Rug with Detailed Border
Antique Abrashed Ersari Rug with Detailed Border

Antique Abrashed Ersari Rug with Detailed Border

Located in New York, NY

The abrashed small terra cotta field displays two columns with six quartered, octagonal tribal guls, with small, interstitial devices of four, stylized radiating flowers. Very broad ...

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Ersari Rug with Rust Field with Black Details
Antique Ersari Rug with Rust Field with Black Details

Antique Ersari Rug with Rust Field with Black Details

Located in New York, NY

The abrashed rust field shows three columns, each of five closely spaced octagonal Turkmen “Daulatabad” guls, quartered in near black and light rusty brown. Quartets of small, div...

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkomen Ersari Rug, Red Allover Field, circa 1920s
Antique Turkomen Ersari Rug, Red Allover Field, circa 1920s

Antique Turkomen Ersari Rug, Red Allover Field, circa 1920s

Located in New York, NY

The striated red field of this Central Asian nomadic piece shows a 4 by 8 array of characteristic quartered tribal octagonal guls, bordered by a run of rayed small octagons. At each ...

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1920s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug
Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug

Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug

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W 90 in L 113 in

Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug

Located in New York, NY

An antique Ersari rug with beautiful rustic colors and great patina.

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Early 20th Century Turkmen Rustic Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Zabihi Collection Antique Ersari Throw Rug
Zabihi Collection Antique Ersari Throw Rug

Zabihi Collection Antique Ersari Throw Rug

Located in New York, NY

a mid 20th century Afghan Ersari Rug in neutral colors Details rug no. j4329 size 2' 4" x 3' 8" (71 x 112 cm)

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Early 20th Century Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Overdyed Afghan Ersari Rug, Dark Blue, Navy and Black Tones, circa 1920s
Antique Overdyed Afghan Ersari Rug, Dark Blue, Navy and Black Tones, circa 1920s

Antique Overdyed Afghan Ersari Rug, Dark Blue, Navy and Black Tones, circa 1920s

Located in New York, NY

The underlying carpet is an Afghan-Ersari nomadic piece with a four by nine layout of tribal guls. It has been overdyed to give it a bluish overall tone.

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1920s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

19th Century Central Asian Ersari Turkmen Carpet ( 7'2" x 7'10" - 218 x 240 )
19th Century Central Asian Ersari Turkmen Carpet ( 7'2" x 7'10" - 218 x 240 )

19th Century Central Asian Ersari Turkmen Carpet ( 7'2" x 7'10" - 218 x 240 )

Located in New York, NY

19th Century Central Asian Ersari Turkmen Carpet ( 7'2" x 7'10" - 218 x 240 ) This antique Ersari rug has two columns of six tribal; guls in apricot and dark blue on a deep rust grou...

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1860s Afghan Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Rugs Turkmen Carpet Area Rug Handwoven Red Orange Wool Rug
Antique Rugs Turkmen Carpet Area Rug Handwoven Red Orange Wool Rug

Antique Rugs Turkmen Carpet Area Rug Handwoven Red Orange Wool Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This antique piece is a Turkmen Ersari rug woven by hand in the 1880s. The central design features a rust background with a repeating traditional Turkmen medallion pattern that has b...

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1880s Turkmen Mid-Century Modern Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage Turkmen Ersari in Allover Geometric Pattern in Red, Green, Black
Vintage Turkmen Ersari in Allover Geometric Pattern in Red, Green, Black

Vintage Turkmen Ersari in Allover Geometric Pattern in Red, Green, Black

Located in Barrington, IL

This early 20th-century Turkmen Ersari rug features a striking allover Gul (octagonal medallion) pattern, a hallmark of Ersari tribal weaving.

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Early 20th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Rugs Turkmen Esari Tribal Rust Wool Carpet Area Rug
Antique Rugs Turkmen Esari Tribal Rust Wool Carpet Area Rug

Antique Rugs Turkmen Esari Tribal Rust Wool Carpet Area Rug

Located in Wembley, GB

This antique piece is a Turkmen Ersari rug woven by hand in the 1880s. The central design features a rust background with a repeating traditional Turkmen medallion pattern that has b...

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1890s Turkmen Mid-Century Modern Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Antique Ersari, Beshir Rug
Antique Ersari, Beshir Rug

Antique Ersari, Beshir Rug

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W 34 in L 53 in

Antique Ersari, Beshir Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Ersari - Beshir rug, size: 2'10" x 4'5".

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1890s Russian Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Ersari Turkmen Square Rug
Antique Ersari Turkmen Square Rug

Antique Ersari Turkmen Square Rug

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W 77.56 in L 86.62 in

Antique Ersari Turkmen Square Rug

Located in Milan, IT

A classic Ersari Turkmen tribal rug, woven in the Bokhara Emirate, with a pattern composed of three vertical rows each containing five so called 'gulli gul' elements on a warm mahoga...

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1860s Turkmen Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

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Wool

Bokhara Ersari Turkman Rug, Uzbekistan
Bokhara Ersari Turkman Rug, Uzbekistan

Bokhara Ersari Turkman Rug, Uzbekistan

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W 143.71 in L 100.4 in

Bokhara Ersari Turkman Rug, Uzbekistan

Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland

Turkomen nomads and semi nomads like the Ersari , Yomut or Tekke are the makers. This kind of rugs belong to the highest quality, and this carpet has a really incredible deep glo...

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Early 20th Century Uzbek Antique Ersari Rug

Antique Tribal Ersari Square Rug
Antique Tribal Ersari Square Rug

Antique Tribal Ersari Square Rug

Located in New York, NY

This large, tribal rug shows three columns of characteristic octagonal nomadic “Daulatabad” guls on a terra cotta field, but no interstitial minor guls. Strip style main border of ...

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Early 20th Century Afghan Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Ersari Main Carpet Rug, 19th Century
Ersari Main Carpet Rug, 19th Century

Ersari Main Carpet Rug, 19th Century

Located in Dublin, NH

Ersari Main Carpet Rug, 19th Century Additional information: Dimensions: 8'2" W x 9'8" L Condition: Excellent

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19th Century Central Asian Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Fantastic Early 20th Century Ersari Kilim Rug
Fantastic Early 20th Century Ersari Kilim Rug

Fantastic Early 20th Century Ersari Kilim Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

A fantastic early 20th century Afghani Ersari Kilim rug with a bold all-over diamond pattern with indigo and green diamonds with gold centers on a crimson background.

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1920s Afghan Kilim Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkmen Carpet
Antique Turkmen Carpet

Antique Turkmen Carpet

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W 86 in L 103 in

Antique Turkmen Carpet

By Ersari Tribe

Located in New York, NY

An antique tribal carpet, woven by the Ersari Turkmen, featuring the Classic design of this particular tribe. A very nice example with deeply saturated natural dyes, good design and ...

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19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug of Excellent Design
Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug of Excellent Design

Antique Ersari Turkmen Rug of Excellent Design

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Ersari Turkmen rug of excellent design with earth colours, the rug is of a very scarce small square size.

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19th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Ersari Turkmen Carpet
Ersari Turkmen Carpet

Ersari Turkmen Carpet

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W 94 in L 144 in

Ersari Turkmen Carpet

Located in New York, NY

A large tribal carpet from Central Asia by the Ersari Turkmens in typical rich reds and browns.

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Early 20th Century Turkmen Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Turkmen Ersari Torba
Turkmen Ersari Torba

Turkmen Ersari Torba

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W 22 in L 48 in

Turkmen Ersari Torba

Located in Dublin, NH

This lush Central Asian bagface makes use of a tessellated field design sometimes known as the ‘keshte’ or bricks motif. This design, using a distinct palette of gold, blues, ochre, ...

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19th Century Uzbek Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Turkmen Ersari Torba
Turkmen Ersari Torba

Turkmen Ersari Torba

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W 49 in L 15 in

Turkmen Ersari Torba

Located in Dublin, NH

With superior glossy wool, saturated madder and indigo dyes, and dynamically drawn medallions related to silk ikat textiles of the region, this bagface is a visual and tactile beauty...

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19th Century Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Turkoman Ersari Carpet
Antique Turkoman Ersari Carpet

Antique Turkoman Ersari Carpet

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W 97 in L 110 in

Antique Turkoman Ersari Carpet

Located in Evanston, IL

Te Ersari Afghan weave pattern has an overall coarser and more fibrous appearance than other Turkoman rugs.

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Early 1900s Central Asian Tribal Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

Antique Room Size Ersari Bohkara Nomadic Oriental Wool Rug, circa 1900
Antique Room Size Ersari Bohkara Nomadic Oriental Wool Rug, circa 1900

Antique Room Size Ersari Bohkara Nomadic Oriental Wool Rug, circa 1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique room size Ersari Bohkara oriental rug offers wool construction with geometric and stylized foliate elements throughout, c1900.

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Early 20th Century Asian Antique Ersari Rug

Materials

Wool

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Antique Ersari Rug For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique ersari rug available at 1stDibs. An antique ersari rug — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique ersari rug — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An antique ersari rug is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one antique ersari rug that is appealing in its simplicity, but Ersari Tribe and Mehraban Rugs produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Ersari Rug?

Prices for an antique ersari rug can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $199 and can go as high as $29,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,247.

Finding the Right Rugs-carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.