Afshar Bag L 350 - 450 Ash enquires

Ash enquires

Early/mid 20th century

A fine example of many different techniques including poms sticking up

Size: 86 x 42 cm

(Prayer Niche or Prayer Mat)

Afshar Bag L 350 - 450 Ash enquiresAfshar bag, Persia Made from a single panel folded, closed at the base by braiding the cotton warps, and at the side by heavy selvedge wrapping, possibly goats hair, black and white. An exceptionally attractively coloured example of its type. Bags of many kinds are used in nomadic cultures far and wide. In Central Asia these include bags that can be strapped to a horse or camel, and made to hold specific items such as spoons and ladles, tent poles and