What is a terracotta persian bag face?

A terracotta persian bag face is the surviving front section of a nomadic storage bag or saddle bag woven by tribal groups in Persia. These fragments display traditional geometric designs and are prized for their warm terracotta and natural dye colour palettes.

How were these bags originally used?

Nomadic tribes utilised these double-sided bags draped over pack animals for transporting household goods, grain, and personal belongings. Over decades of use, the plain backs wore out while the decorative front panels survived and entered collections as textiles.

How do I live with a bag face?

Bag faces adapt well to modern interiors as small wall hangings, framed textile art, or converted decorative cushions. Their sturdy wool construction handles gentle placement in low-traffic areas away from direct sunlight to protect the natural dyes.

How can I tell different tribal groups apart?

Tribal origin is identified through specific combinations of knotting techniques, structural materials, and characteristic motifs like medallions or animal figures. Groups such as the Shahsavan, Qashqai, and Baluch each maintained distinct colour preferences and structural conventions.

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These terracotta persian bag face textiles are woven tribal saddle-bag fronts and fragments collected for their rich natural dyes and bold nomadic patterns.

19th century

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Early Tribal Khamseh Bag Face. Khorjin Saddle Bag Face Rug. 3rd Quarter 19th Century.

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52 X 54cm Extremely Fine Antique Qashqai Saddlebag Face

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Early Tribal Khamseh Bag Face. Khorjin Saddle Bag Face Rug. 3rd Quarter 19th Century.

52 X 54cm Extremely Fine Antique Qashqai Saddlebag Face

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