File:Guardian figures of the four gates of the Turkmen universe.jpg

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English: Two of four symmetrically arranged arches (‘gates’) containing guardian figures that separate the ‘Seljuk’ star medallions depict the four gates of the Turkmen universe. The motif recalls the small tent housing the bride on the wedding caravan camel. See original source for context.
Date Mid 1700s(?) to mid-1800s
Source https://www.hali.com/news/salor-turkmen-kejebe-trapping/
Author unknown Turkmen artisan. Photo by auctioneer?
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