Afghan Saddle Bag multicolor During the Safavid dynasty

During the Safavid dynasty

Size: 253 x 170 cm | 8'4" x 5'7"

Size: 186 x 145 cm

Style: The term Turkmen Tekke Engsi rug refers to a specific type of rug produced by the Tekke Turkmen people

it was built to be rolled up

Afghan Saddle Bag multicolor During the Safavid dynastyThese vintage tribal saddle bags were originally created as practical travelling companions for nomadic life. Woven as a joined pair of bags, they were placed across the back of a horse, donkey or camel and used to carry food, clothing, tools and other everyday belongings as families moved between grazing lands and seasonal settlements. Despite their practical purpose, saddle bags were often richly decorated. Their patterns, colours and motifs