Tribal Bagface 1634

This early 20th century tribal bagface from Northwest Persia carries within its modest dimensions the full creative energy and cultural richness of the Persian nomadic weaving tradition. Handwoven as the decorated face of a small bag — likely used for carrying salt, spices, or small utensils — this piece reflects the tribal weaver's commitment to bringing beauty and artistry to every object created, regardless of its scale or purpose.

Tribal bagfaces of this Northwest Persian type, particularly those with the fine wool, natural dyes, and bold geometric designs characteristic of this example, are actively collected by connoisseurs of Persian tribal art who value the authentic, unfiltered expression of village and nomadic craft. Display it on the wall, on a table, or repurpose it as a decorative pillow face. Tribal bags, bagfaces, and saddlebags represent some of the most intimate and personal textile objects ever made by the nomadic and semi-nomadic tribes of Persia, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Created for daily functional use — carrying salt, spices, grain, tools, and household goods during seasonal migrations — these small weavings were nonetheless executed with extraordinary care and artistry. Today, freed from their original purpose, they are treasured as works of art: wall-mounted, displayed on tables, or repurposed as pillows — miniature windows into the weaving traditions of the tribal world.

Dimensions: 17" x 18"

Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin: NW Persia

Material: Wool on a cotton foundation with natural dyes

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1634