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Antique Vanity-bag, Timuri Tribes, Borderlands of North-east Persia / North-west Afghanistan.
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Antique Vanity-bag, Timuri Tribes, Borderlands of North-east Persia / North-west Afghanistan.

19th century
Sold 12 July 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

This magnificent and rare chanteh (vanity-bag) was made by Timuri tribes, possibly in the Khaf region, within the borderlands of north-eastern Persia and north-western Afghanistan, circa 1870-1880.

The front knotted-pile face of this magnificent bag depicts what appears to be a sunburst lozenge on a deep indigo-blue ground and surrounded by stylised dragon and birds-heads symbols. The back face, also in knotted-pile, a rare find in these small bags, contains diagonal bands of stylised 'botehs', several rows in a beautiful sky-blue colour. The weaver has depicted four '8-pointed stars' on the base of the bag symbolising protection to the contents. The third photo shows the bag completely opened-up, giving a clearer view of the whole piece.

This is a fabulous and very collectible little bag - one of the best from this tribal group.

Size: 46cm x 46cm (1' 6" x 1' 6") or 46cm x 94cm (1' 6" x 3' 1") open.

Physical Dimensions
Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Timuri Vanity Bag to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1154008
Dealers Internal Reference
BM1972
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Description
This magnificent and rare chanteh (vanity-bag) was made by Timuri tribes, possibly in the Khaf region, within the borderlands of north-eastern Persia and north-western Afghanistan, circa 1870-1880.
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The front knotted-pile face of this magnificent bag depicts what appears to be a sunburst lozenge on a deep indigo-blue ground and surrounded by stylised dragon and birds-heads symbols.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

The back face, also in knotted-pile, a rare find in these small bags, contains diagonal bands of stylised 'botehs', several rows in a beautiful sky-blue colour. The weaver has depicted four '8-pointed stars' on the base of the bag symbolising protection to the contents. The third photo shows the bag completely opened-up, giving a clearer view of the whole piece.

This is a fabulous and very collectible little bag - one of the best from this tribal group.

Size: 46cm x 46cm (1' 6" x 1' 6") or 46cm x 94cm (1' 6" x 3' 1") open.

Height
46cm (18.11")
Width
46cm (18.11")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Timuri Vanity Bag to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1154008
Dealers Internal Ref
BM1972
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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A rectangular antique Timuri tribal vanity bag featuring dense geometric motifs and a dominant red and dark blue palette. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular antique Timuri tribal vanity bag featuring dense geometric motifs and a dominant red and dark blue palette. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Vanity-bag, Timuri Tribes, Borderlands of North-east Persia / North-west Afghanistan.

Archive II A rectangular antique Timuri tribal vanity bag featuring dense geometric motifs and a dominant red and dark blue palette. View II
Archive III A rectangular antique Timuri tribal vanity bag featuring dense geometric motifs and a dominant red and dark blue palette. View III
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
Location
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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A rectangular antique Timuri tribal vanity bag featuring dense geometric motifs and a dominant red and dark blue palette.
Antique Vanity-Bag, Timuri Tribes, Borderlands of North-East Persia / North-West Afghanistan.
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A rectangular antique Timuri tribal vanity bag featuring dense geometric motifs and a dominant red and dark blue palette.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTextiles & Rugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTribal Nomadic
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourRed
  • MotifsGeometric diamond medallions, Border guard stripes, Stylised tree motifs
  • SizeH 46 cm (18 in) x W 46 cm (18 in)

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Timuri weaving is characterised by nomadic techniques, dark madder red and indigo colour palettes, and distinct geometric or tree motifs created by semi-nomadic groups in north-east Persia and north-west Afghanistan.

These functional bags were typically constructed using hand-spun sheep wool for the pile and foundation, often incorporating goat hair or cotton for durability along the edges and flatwoven backs.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural vegetable dyes with subtle abrash colour variations, hand-spun wool yarns with irregular thickness, and authentic wear patterns consistent with nomadic utility.

An antique tribal bag can be framed as wall art, mounted on linen backing, or displayed flat on a surface to introduce historical texture and rich colour to a room.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming with mesh protection, keeping items out of direct sunlight to prevent dye fading, and maintaining stable humidity levels to deter pests.
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