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Antique Salt-bag, Sanjabi Kurds, Kurdistan.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Antique Salt-bag, Sanjabi Kurds, Kurdistan.

1900 - 1920
Description

This magnificent namakdan (salt-bag) has been in my personal collection for many years and sadly, it is time for it to be passed into the hands of someone who will treasure it like I have.

It is one of the largest salt-bags I've encountered in my many years of dealing and collecting and certainly one of the most majestic bags I've come across. Woven in complimentary weft-weave on the front, it is important to look at the back and observe the fantastic chevron pattern in beautiful shades of vegetable colours. I wonder what the weaver was thinking when she inserted these chevrons? Could they symbolically represent flowing water? Quite possibly, as salt and water were vital in the everyday lives of these Sanjabi Kurd nomads.

The bag is in near-mint condition with its original tassels symbolising 'good luck' and 'good fortune' and its original long, braided handle for transporting the bag.

Illustrated in my third edition 'Tribal Rugs - Treasures of the Black Tent' on page 239, this bag was made during the early part of the 20th century.

Size: 77cm x 38cm (2' 6" x 1' 3").

Physical Dimensions
Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1910s.

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SA692369
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BM/SB41
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This magnificent namakdan (salt-bag) has been in my personal collection for many years and sadly, it is time for it to be passed into the hands of someone who will treasure it like I have.
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It is one of the largest salt-bags I've encountered in my many years of dealing and collecting and certainly one of the most majestic bags I've come across.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Woven in complimentary weft-weave on the front, it is important to look at the back and observe the fantastic chevron pattern in beautiful shades of vegetable colours. I wonder what the weaver was thinking when she inserted these chevrons? Could they symbolically represent flowing water? Quite possibly, as salt and water were vital in the everyday lives of these Sanjabi Kurd nomads.

fig 1. Antique Salt-Bag, Sanjabi Kurds, Kurdistan.
fig 1. Antique Salt-bag, Sanjabi Kurds, Kurdistan.

The bag is in near-mint condition with its original tassels symbolising 'good luck' and 'good fortune' and its original long, braided handle for transporting the bag.

Illustrated in my third edition 'Tribal Rugs - Treasures of the Black Tent' on page 239, this bag was made during the early part of the 20th century.

Size: 77cm x 38cm (2' 6" x 1' 3").

Height
77cm (30.31")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA692369
Dealers Internal Ref
BM/SB41
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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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
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