Antique Afshar Saddlebag. Circa 1900.

Antique Afshar Saddlebag*. Circa 1900.

Hand-knotted with a tightly waeved pile with natural dyes. The back is plain-weave madder red kilim. Dominated by medallions in deep indigo blue, red, ivory and light blue edge stripes to the saddlebag. The saddlebac fully intact and retaining its original woven hooks.

Design & Motifs: Includes central panel with medallions and numerous geometric shapes and floral patterns. Surrounded by further medallions and geometric shapes with light blue edging. Richly coloured. Superb intact bag.

Condition: Excellent condition.

Dimensions:

Height = 60 cm

Width = 85 cm

*Antique Afshar saddlebags (or khorjin) are prized Persian tribal weavings known for their rich, saturated colours and durable craftsmanship. Woven by the semi-nomadic Afshar tribe, primarily in the Kerman and Sirjan regions of southeastern Iran, these functional items were originally used for transporting goods on horses or donkeys.