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Antique Vanity-bag, Qashqa'i Nomads, Fars Province, South-west Persia.
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Antique Vanity-bag, Qashqa'i Nomads, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

19th century
Sold 16 September 2024 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Vanity-bags or 'chantehs' in Persian, were made by women for their personal use only, and contained a mirror, jewellery and coins.

This beautiful and finely knotted little bag was made by Qashqa'i nomads in Fars province, south-west Persia at the end of the 19th century and is in excellent condition with plain-weave back. The colours on the face are particulary stunning in natural shades of blue, golden yellow and red.

Bags like this were highly prized possessions amongst the nomadic women and were never intended for sale.

Size: 30cm x 30cm (12" x 12").

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Vanity Bag to the 1880s.

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SA1093616
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BM/VB
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Description
Vanity-bags or 'chantehs' in Persian, were made by women for their personal use only, and contained a mirror, jewellery and coins.
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This beautiful and finely knotted little bag was made by Qashqa'i nomads in Fars province, south-west Persia at the end of the 19th century and is in excellent condition with plain-weave back.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

The colours on the face are particulary stunning in natural shades of blue, golden yellow and red.

Bags like this were highly prized possessions amongst the nomadic women and were never intended for sale.

Size: 30cm x 30cm (12" x 12").

Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
30cm (11.81")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Vanity Bag to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1093616
Dealers Internal Ref
BM/VB
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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An antique handwoven Persian vanity bag featuring vertical bands of rich blue, yellow, and red decorated with traditional boteh and geometric motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique handwoven Persian vanity bag featuring vertical bands of rich blue, yellow, and red decorated with traditional boteh and geometric motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Vanity-bag, Qashqa'i Nomads, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

Archive II An antique handwoven Persian vanity bag featuring vertical bands of rich blue, yellow, and red decorated with traditional boteh and geometric motifs. View II
Archive III An antique handwoven Persian vanity bag featuring vertical bands of rich blue, yellow, and red decorated with traditional boteh and geometric motifs. View III
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
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North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rugmac
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 112
Items Sold 1,075
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique handwoven Persian vanity bag featuring vertical bands of rich blue, yellow, and red decorated with traditional boteh and geometric motifs.
Antique Vanity-Bag, Qashqa'i Nomads, Fars Province, south-west Persia.
Ref: SA1093616
An antique handwoven Persian vanity bag featuring vertical bands of rich blue, yellow, and red decorated with traditional boteh and geometric motifs.
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  • ObjectTextiles & Tapestries
  • Period19th century
  • StyleNomadic Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsBoteh motif, Geometric borders, Vertical stripes, Stylised floral elements
  • SizeH 30 cm (12 in) x W 30 cm (12 in)

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Antique vanity bags were handwoven utilitarian items crafted by nomadic and tribal groups, such as the Qashqai confederacy in south-west Persia, primarily for storing personal items and small possessions during seasonal migrations.

These pieces are typically constructed using hand-spun sheeps wool for both the pile and the foundation, often featuring supplementary weft-float weaving or pile techniques dyed with natural materials like madder, indigo, and plant extracts.

Authenticity is indicated by hand-spun wool showing natural irregularities, organic natural dye variations, traditional tribal motifs specific to the region, and authentic wear consistent with nomadic use rather than modern reproduction methods.

Such pieces can be displayed as small wall hangings mounted on custom frames, laid flat on accent surfaces, or incorporated into eclectic and bohemian schemes to introduce rich texture, history, and vibrant colour.

Preservation requires keeping the textile out of direct sunlight to prevent dye fading, regular gentle vacuuming with mesh protection, and avoiding excessive moisture to protect the natural animal fibres.
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