The Dr. Jon Thompson Diamond Gul Tekke Torba Lot 15

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From The Thompson Sale

A Tekke Turkmen Shallow Tent Bag (Torba).

Turkmenistan 19th century, complete flatwoven back, small reweave in one outer border, reweave in opposing corner. Approximately 1 ft. 7 in. by 4 ft. (048 by 122 cm)

Sotheby's Fine Oriental Rugs and Carpets

New York Saturday 12/16/93

Lot 15 est. $4,000 – 6,000

Sold for 4,888

Provenance: The collection of Dr. and Mrs. Jon Thompson

I believe I am correct in notying that at the The Thompson Sale this piece passed into the Myrna Bloom Collection and then was sold again at Sotheby's in 2008

Detail From Lower Border:

The Dr. Jon Thompson Diamond Gul Tekke Torba Lot 15

Note: To further a long term research project I am collecting data. When a piece such as this may be of interest to others I have decided to share my notes prior to culmination of the project. Any additions, information, or corrections, would be appreciated.

Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

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