What were these bags originally used for?

Nomadic groups utilised these woven containers for transporting belongings on pack animals and storing goods within tents. Different shapes served specific purposes, from carrying salt and tobacco to holding household utensils and bedding. Over time, many double saddlebags were separated into single faces as the original connecting webs wore away or were cut for easier display. Today, these surviving fronts and complete bags function primarily as decorative cushions or wall hangings.

How should I care for an antique bag face?

Gentle vacuuming with a low suction setting without a rotating brush helps remove dust from the wool pile. Keeping the textile away from direct sunlight prevents the natural dyes from fading unevenly over the years. If used as a cushion or displayed on a wall, rotating the piece occasionally ensures even wear. Professional textile cleaning is recommended when deeper maintenance becomes necessary.

What does a plain weave back indicate?

The presence of an original plain weave back indicates that a saddlebag or storage container has survived intact without being cut down. These utilitarian flat-woven sections protected the contents against pack animal sweat and friction during travel. Finding a bag complete with its back is increasingly uncommon as centuries of use led many pairs to be separated. Such examples offer a more complete view of how the original nomadic object functioned.

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Antique Shahsavan Khorjin Saddle Bag in Soumak Technique, Circa 1878.

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Antique Shahsavan Khorjin Saddle Bag in Soumak Technique, Circa 1878.

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Antique Shahsavan or South Caucasian Soumak Mafrash Panel, Circa 1890.

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Antique Shahsavan or South Caucasian Soumak Mafrash Panel, Circa 1890.

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