Hi Taji,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

The repeating, oval or diamond-shaped motifs (called "guls") arranged in rows are a hallmark of Bokhara rugs, which are traditionally made by Turkmen tribes from Central Asia, particularly in Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and northern Afghanistan. Modern versions are also produced in Pakistan and India, often referred to as "Pak-Bokhara" rugs.

Yours appears to be hand-knotted and probably dates to the second quarter of the 20th Century (1925-1950); it's lovely and its minor use wear only adds to its appeal. While such rugs are often highly priced in galleries (likely $2,000-4,000), at auction, they bring a fraction of that: $1,000-1,500 is what comparable rugs have been selling for recently.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Turkmen Bokkara hand-knotted wool carpet
Central Asia, second quarter 20th Century
Centering three rows of eight red guls on a green ground, within a red border, with selvedges
45 x 67 inches (3 feet 9 inches by 5 feet 7 inches)
CONDITION: This rug appears to be in good condition for its age with some minor sun-fading; value assumes on tears, repairs, stains or odors.
PROVENANCE: Inherited; previously purchased in Iran in the mid 20th Century
$1,000-1,500*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia