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Antique Vanity-bag, Afshar Nomads, Kerman Province, Southern Persia.
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    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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Antique Vanity-bag, Afshar Nomads, Kerman Province, Southern Persia.

1900 - 1920
Sold 25 January 2026 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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This charming little 'chanteh' (vanity-bag) depicts what looks like a 'never-ending knot' in a beautiful shade of soft golden-yellow, on a pink-red central ground. Made by Afshar nomads during the early 20th century, the wool is soft and glossy on the front with a plain-weave back in un-dyed light-brown wool. The top-opening section is beautifully brocaded.

Size: 27cm x 21cm (11" x 8").

Physical Dimensions
Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Vanity Bag to the 1920s.

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SA1144089
Dealers Internal Reference
BM/AC1
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Description
This charming little 'chanteh' (vanity-bag) depicts what looks like a 'never-ending knot' in a beautiful shade of soft golden-yellow, on a pink-red central ground.
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Made by Afshar nomads during the early 20th century, the wool is soft and glossy on the front with a plain-weave back in un-dyed light-brown wool.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

The top-opening section is beautifully brocaded.

Size: 27cm x 21cm (11" x 8").

Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Vanity Bag to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1144089
Dealers Internal Ref
BM/AC1
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 A handwoven antique Persian nomadic vanity bag featuring geometric patterns in red, yellow, and blue wool. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Vanity-bag, Afshar Nomads, Kerman Province, Southern Persia.

Archive II A handwoven antique Persian nomadic vanity bag featuring geometric patterns in red, yellow, and blue wool. View II
Archive III A handwoven antique Persian nomadic vanity bag featuring geometric patterns in red, yellow, and blue wool. 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
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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A handwoven antique Persian nomadic vanity bag featuring geometric patterns in red, yellow, and blue wool.
Antique Vanity-Bag, Afshar Nomads, Kerman Province, Southern Persia.
Ref: SA1144089
A handwoven antique Persian nomadic vanity bag featuring geometric patterns in red, yellow, and blue wool.
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  • ObjectTextiles & Bags
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsGeometric medallion, Borders, Repeated motifs, Flatweave header
  • SizeH 21 cm (8 in) x W 27 cm (11 in)

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Afshar bags were traditionally handwoven by nomadic and semi-nomadic tribes residing in the Kerman province of southern Persia, utilised for practical storage during seasonal migrations.

These pieces typically feature hand-spun sheep wool dyed with natural plant and mineral pigments, constructed using symmetrical or asymmetrical knotting combined with flatweave techniques.

Authenticity is identified through irregularities in the hand-spun wool, natural colour variations from organic dye batches, traditional tribal motifs, and authentic wear patterns consistent with age.

These textiles can be framed as wall art, displayed on side tables, or used as accent pieces within eclectic and bohemian interior schemes to add texture and historical depth.

Preservation requires keeping the textile out of direct sunlight to prevent dye fading, vacuuming gently through a mesh screen, and consulting a professional textile conservator for cleaning.
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