Pestemal was traditionally used to cover the body in a Turkish hammam or Turkish bath. It has a nearly 600-year history in Anatolia hammam culture. Throughout history, women in Turkey's eastern Black Sea and Aegean regions woven this Turkish towel on hand looms. It has a vibrant color and pattern harmony. Peshtemal is typically woven with cotton, linen, bamboo, and silk yarns. This Silk Pestemal is a stunning example of Turkish Hammam culture.
Antique Silk Pestemal is entirely handmade and hand woven from pure silk.
Antique Silk Pestemal is a nice piece of home decor as well as a fashion accessory.
The pestemal, a centuries-old Ottoman hamam culture staple, was originally designed to help individual bathers maintain their privacy.