What is an antique bagface used for?

Nomadic tribes originally utilised these functional panels as storage sacks for bedding, clothing, and travel gear on pack animals. Today, collectors mount them on walls, display them on tables, or convert them into small cushions and decorative mats.

How do I identify a Turkmen bagface?

Turkmen pieces typically feature repeating octagonal gul motifs, deep red madder grounds, and precise geometric borders. Specific sub-tribes like the Tekke, Yomut, or Ersari incorporate distinct structural details and secondary ornamentations.

Are these pieces made of natural materials?

Traditional nomadic weavers relied entirely on hand-spun sheep wool, goat hair, and occasionally cotton foundation threads. Colour comes from natural dyes derived from plants and minerals, which impart a characteristic soft patina over the decades.

How should I care for a textile bagface?

Protect the wool from direct sunlight and damp conditions to preserve the integrity of the natural dye colours. Gentle surface vacuuming without a rotating brush maintains the pile and removes dust safely.

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An antique bagface is a surviving fragment or complete front panel of a nomadic storage sack, offering rich tribal artistry for modern interiors.

Antique Turkmen Storage Bagface, Circa 1890, 1.35m X 0.45m (52" X 18")

19th century

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Antique Turkmen Storage Bagface, Circa 1890, 1.35m X 0.45m (52" X 18")

From Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

£575

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Antique Tubreh, Kordi Tribes of Darreh Gaz, Khorassan Province, North-east Persia.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Tubreh, Kordi Tribes of Darreh Gaz, Khorassan Province, North-east Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£850

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Antique Tribal Bag Face Cushion Hand Woven

1900 - 1920

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Antique Tribal Bag Face Cushion Hand Woven

From Rams Head Antiques

£135

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Antique Tekke Turkmen Torba, Very Fine Dowry Weaving, Circa 1880.

19th century

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Antique Tekke Turkmen Torba, Very Fine Dowry Weaving, Circa 1880.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,000

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Antique Half-saddlebag, Shahsevan Nomads, Moghan Region, Azerbaijan

19th century

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Antique Half-saddlebag, Shahsevan Nomads, Moghan Region, Azerbaijan

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£750

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Antique Turkmen Storage Bagface, Circa 1890, 1.35m X 0.45m (52" X 18")

Antique Tubreh, Kordi Tribes of Darreh Gaz, Khorassan Province, North-east Persia.

Antique Tribal Bag Face Cushion Hand Woven

Antique Tekke Turkmen Torba, Very Fine Dowry Weaving, Circa 1880.

Antique Half-saddlebag, Shahsevan Nomads, Moghan Region, Azerbaijan

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