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Antique Wheat Sack (Tacheh), Luri-bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.
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Antique Wheat Sack (Tacheh), Luri-bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.

1900 - 1920
Sold 28 November 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

Wheat-sacks or 'tacheh' in Persian, were used, as the name implies, for transporting wheat and were generally made in pairs and tied to the flanks of the pack animals during long migrations.

Here we see an opened-up tacheh, showing the complete weaving as it was made. Taken from the loom as it is, it is then sewn-up on two sides and on the base with goat-hair to produce a sack with an opening at the top. This tacheh is in complete, original condition with its original goat-hair loops at the top, used for handling the sack.

The centre bottle-shape is in knotted-pile in a checkerboard pattern with brocaded chevrons at the top. On one side of the bottle-shape, the plain-weave is undecorated whereas on the other side, the decoration is in vertical stripes with small symbols interspersed. Symbolically, I believe the plain side represents the bare earth, with the decorated side representing the growrth of wheat and the chevrons indicating the wheat being poured into the bottle-shape container - the bounty of God.

Tachehs can look stunning on the wall and shows the last vestiges of an ancient weaving tradition which is now gone.

For more information on tachehs, see chapter 12 of my book 'Tribal Rugs - Treasures of the Black Tent' as well as 'The Tacheh of Chahar Mahal' and 'Tasheh', both by Parviz Tanavoli.

Physical Dimensions
Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Tacheh to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1164068
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2186
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Description
Wheat-sacks or 'tacheh' in Persian, were used, as the name implies, for transporting wheat and were generally made in pairs and tied to the flanks of the pack animals during long migrations.

Here we see an opened-up tacheh, showing the complete weaving as it was made.

“
Taken from the loom as it is, it is then sewn-up on two sides and on the base with goat-hair to produce a sack with an opening at the top.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

This tacheh is in complete, original condition with its original goat-hair loops at the top, used for handling the sack.

fig 1. An antique Persian Luri-Bakhtiari tacheh featuring geometric patterns, vertical stripes, and a neutral background with black loops.
fig 1. Antique Wheat Sack (Tacheh), Luri-bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.

The centre bottle-shape is in knotted-pile in a checkerboard pattern with brocaded chevrons at the top. On one side of the bottle-shape, the plain-weave is undecorated whereas on the other side, the decoration is in vertical stripes with small symbols interspersed. Symbolically, I believe the plain side represents the bare earth, with the decorated side representing the growrth of wheat and the chevrons indicating the wheat being poured into the bottle-shape container - the bounty of God.

fig 2. An antique Persian Luri-Bakhtiari tacheh featuring geometric patterns, vertical stripes, and a neutral background with black loops.
fig 2. Antique Wheat Sack (Tacheh), Luri-bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.

Tachehs can look stunning on the wall and shows the last vestiges of an ancient weaving tradition which is now gone.

For more information on tachehs, see chapter 12 of my book 'Tribal Rugs - Treasures of the Black Tent' as well as 'The Tacheh of Chahar Mahal' and 'Tasheh', both by Parviz Tanavoli.

Height
105cm (41.34")
Width
153cm (60.24")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Tacheh to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1164068
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2186
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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Archive I An antique Persian Luri-Bakhtiari tacheh featuring geometric patterns, vertical stripes, and a neutral background with black loops. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Wheat Sack (Tacheh), Luri-bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.

Archive II An antique Persian Luri-Bakhtiari tacheh featuring geometric patterns, vertical stripes, and a neutral background with black loops. View II
Archive III An antique Persian Luri-Bakhtiari tacheh featuring geometric patterns, vertical stripes, and a neutral background with black loops. 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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Gloucestershire
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An antique Persian Luri-Bakhtiari tacheh featuring geometric patterns, vertical stripes, and a neutral background with black loops.
Antique Wheat Sack (tacheh), Luri-Bakhtiari Tribes, The Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.
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An antique Persian Luri-Bakhtiari tacheh featuring geometric patterns, vertical stripes, and a neutral background with black loops.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectTextiles and Rugs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNomadic Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsGeometric checks, Vertical stripes, Chevron band, Suspension loops
  • SizeH 105 cm (41 in) x W 153 cm (60 in)

FAQs

A tacheh is a traditional woven grain or wheat sack used by nomadic and semi-nomadic tribes in Persia for storing and transporting provisions.

These pieces are typically constructed using hand-spun sheeps wool, often featuring a combination of flatweave (kilim) and pile-woven techniques, dyed with natural organic colourants.

Authenticity is determined by examining the irregularity of hand-spun wool, the presence of natural dyes, traditional tribal iconography, and wear consistent with nomadic use.

These textiles are frequently framed as wall art, used as small decorative floor accents, or repurposed as unique upholstery for cushions and footstools.

Preservation requires gentle surface vacuuming through a mesh screen, avoiding direct sunlight to prevent fading, and consulting a professional textile conservator for washing.
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