Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1870s.
It is in beautiful, complete condition with a knotted-pile face and a white cotton back. The madder-red central field comprises tiny, stylised botehs in magnificent, natural golden-yellow and surrounded by a golden-yellow inner border. The outer surrounding border is in ivory wool and the original selvedge seals the bag with wool in different colours. The top opening is also complete with wool cords and brocaded lappits. This is a truly magnificent and highly collectable salt-bag.
Size: 67cm x 59cm (2' 2" x 1' 11").
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1870s.
Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.
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