How were these bags used?

Nomadic families packed personal belongings, provisions, and household goods into these containers for transport on pack animals. The smaller pouches held specific items like vanity accessories or smoking equipment. Pairs of saddlebags draped across horses, donkeys, or camels, balancing weight while moving between seasonal pastures.

How do I live with a bag face?

Bag faces adapt well to domestic interiors as small wall hangings, table mats, or padded cushion covers. Their durable wool construction withstands gentle daily exposure in low-traffic areas. Keep them away from direct sunlight to protect the natural dyes from fading over time.

How do I identify a bag face from a complete bag?

A complete bag retains its flat-woven back, side seams, and occasionally the connecting bridge or decorative rear panels. A bag face consists solely of the decorative piled front panel, often finished with plain weave remnants at the edges where it was separated from the back.