Cuval Malatya - Sinanli. Anatolia. Circa 1880. 140 X 110 Cm

Connoisseurs and other collectors will recognize and appreciate at first glance this magnificent Cuval from Malatya in southeastern Anatolia.
Attributed to the prestigious Sinalli tribe.
Cuvals belong to that great family of everyday objects used by the nomadic populations of Anatolia. In the past, they were used to store and transport grain.
An authentic, precious object, their motifs allowed the owner to be identified with certainty, as well as providing information on geographical origin.
Woven wool on wool.
The motifs are embroidered on the central part using the Sumak technique. These 2 bands form the front of the bag. Unpatterned woven bands make up the back.
Exclusively vegetable colors, deep and luminous. The entire handle is intact, woven in the most beautiful way.
A true marvel, a prized collector's item. Usually, this type of object is admired in Museums...
Circa 1880 or earlier
Dim : 140 x 110 cm

Laurent
Beauty of Kilims