Kurdish Bagface 1840

Discover a captivating piece of tribal history with this 19th Century Kurdish Tribal Bagface from NW Persia.  This exquisite bagface showcases a mesmerizing multicolor geometric design, a hallmark of Kurdish weaving. It features a masterful blend of traditional techniques, incorporating both robust kilim weaving for its foundational structure and intricate soumak woven designs that richly enhance its decoration. The interplay of these distinct textures and patterns creates a visually dynamic surface, reflecting the ingenuity and artistic sensibilities of the Kurdish weavers.

Woven by skilled Kurdish tribes in Persia, this authentic textile once served a vital utilitarian purpose, likely as the decorative face of a saddlebag or a side panel for a mafrash (a large tribal carrying bag).  These bagfaces and mafrash items, originally crafted for the practical needs of village and tribal life, now transcend their initial function. More than a century later, they bring a profound sense of beauty, authentic design, and rich cultural heritage as unique decorative items in contemporary homes.

Dimensions: 2’ 2” x 2’ 3” 

Date of Manufacture:  4th Quarter of the 1800s

Place of Origin:  NW Persia

Material:  Wool pile on a wool foundation with vegetable dyes

Condition:  Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1840

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