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Antique Salt-bag, Baluch Tribes of Torbat-e-heydariyeh, Khorassan Province, North-east Persia.
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Antique Salt-bag, Baluch Tribes of Torbat-e-heydariyeh, Khorassan Province, North-east Persia.

1900 - 1920
Sold 8 December 2024 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Acquired in Iran, this magnificent salt-bag - 'namakdan' in Persian, where 'namak' translates to 'salt', was woven by Baluch tribes in the environs of Torbat-e-Haydariyeh, Khorassan Province, north-western Persia during the early 20th century.

This is a large salt-bag having an ivory-wool background on both sides and what appears to be an all-over grid pattern containing small 'X' symbols. The border on each face shows a zig-zag pattern all the way round which I suspect symbolises the eternal cycle of life.

Particularly attractive is the brocaded patterning at the top of the neck, which the weaver has gone to great lengths to decorate. The sides are bound in original goat-hair and the bag is in excellent condition.

Size: 56cm x 50cm (1' 10" x 1' 8").

Physical Dimensions
Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Baluch Salt Bag to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1110789
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2140
Dealers Notes

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Description
Acquired in Iran, this magnificent salt-bag - 'namakdan' in Persian, where 'namak' translates to 'salt', was woven by Baluch tribes in the environs of Torbat-e-Haydariyeh, Khorassan Province, north-western Persia during the early 20th century.
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This is a large salt-bag having an ivory-wool background on both sides and what appears to be an all-over grid pattern containing small 'X' symbols.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

The border on each face shows a zig-zag pattern all the way round which I suspect symbolises the eternal cycle of life.

fig 1. An antique Baluch salt bag featuring geometric patterns in red, black, and cream with a narrow neck and woven flap.
fig 1. Antique Salt-bag, Baluch Tribes of Torbat-e-heydariyeh, Khorassan Province, North-east Persia.

Particularly attractive is the brocaded patterning at the top of the neck, which the weaver has gone to great lengths to decorate. The sides are bound in original goat-hair and the bag is in excellent condition.

Size: 56cm x 50cm (1' 10" x 1' 8").

Height
56cm (22.05")
Width
50cm (19.69")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Baluch Salt Bag to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1110789
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2140
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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Archive I An antique Baluch salt bag featuring geometric patterns in red, black, and cream with a narrow neck and woven flap. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Salt-bag, Baluch Tribes of Torbat-e-heydariyeh, Khorassan Province, North-east Persia.

Archive II An antique Baluch salt bag featuring geometric patterns in red, black, and cream with a narrow neck and woven flap. View II
Archive III An antique Baluch salt bag featuring geometric patterns in red, black, and cream with a narrow neck and woven flap. View III
Archive IV An antique Baluch salt bag featuring geometric patterns in red, black, and cream with a narrow neck and woven flap. View IV
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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 Baluch salt bag featuring geometric patterns in red, black, and cream with a narrow neck and woven flap.
Antique Salt-Bag, Baluch Tribes of Torbat-e-Heydariyeh, Khorassan Province, North-East Persia.
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An antique Baluch salt bag featuring geometric patterns in red, black, and cream with a narrow neck and woven flap.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTextiles
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNomadic Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Natural Dyes
  • ColourMulti-coloured
  • MotifsGeometric lattice, Chevron borders, Polychrome banding
  • SizeH 56 cm (22 in) x W 50 cm (20 in)

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Baluch salt bags were traditionally woven by nomadic and semi-nomadic tribes residing in the borderlands of Persia, Afghanistan, and Pakistan, primarily used for carrying and storing rock salt for livestock.

These utility textiles are typically crafted using hand-spun wool for both the foundation and the pile or flatweave surface, often incorporating natural dyes derived from plants, roots, and minerals.

Authenticity is determined by examining the hand-spun wool quality, natural dye oxidisation, tribal iconography, nomadic knotting or weaving structures, and signs of genuine utilitarian wear.

Such pieces can be framed as wall art, displayed on small stands, or integrated into eclectic spaces to introduce rich texture, historical depth, and earthy palettes.

Preservation requires keeping the textile out of direct sunlight to prevent dye fading, regular gentle vacuuming through a mesh screen to remove dust, and maintaining a stable indoor humidity level.
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