How were these storage bags used?

Nomadic families utilised these bags during seasonal migrations to pack clothing, bedding, and food provisions on pack animals. Specific forms served as salt bags or wheat sacks. Inside the tent, they functioned as organised storage containers that kept contents protected from dust and dampness while displaying tribal status.

How do I identify the tribe?

Tribal attribution relies on the specific structural design, colour palette, and motif vocabulary present in the weave. Turkmen pieces often show guls, while Persian nomadic bags display regional geometric fields. Examining the borders and auxiliary patterns reveals the working conventions of specific groups like the Yomut, Shahsavan, or Jaf Kurd.

How should I display a storage bag?

Complete bags with original backs can be placed on benches or used flat as decorative floor accents in low-traffic areas. Fragmentary faces are frequently mounted and framed for wall display. Protecting the textiles from direct sunlight preserves the natural dyes and prevents the hand-spun wool from degrading over time.