Antique Turkish Bag Textile, Vibrant Geometric Tribal Patterns - Rug & Kilim

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Handwoven in a wool flatweave originating from Turkey circa 1920-1930, this 3x4 antique bag textile is an exciting addition to … Read more Handwoven in a wool flatweave originating from Turkey circa 1920-1930, this 3x4 antique bag textile is an exciting addition to Rug & Kilim’s repertoire of folk art and wall-hanging collectibles—a bag once used in the daily lives of tribal and nomadic people.

On the Design:

Drawing on Afghan tribal sensibilities, this archaic piece of art exhibiting an old-world charm has a construction that is especially formidable among flatweaves, and it’s aged beautifully in kind. Keen eyes alike will note the rIch golden-beige with a beautiful natural abrash and patine underscores multicolor geometric patterns—primitivist motifs with an embroidered, textural distinction on the surface that lives beautifully wherever it is used. Each band serves not only a decorative purpose but also acts as a visual narrative of tribal identity and daily life. Connoisseurs may further admire the subtle sense of movement that its color variations lend the geometry—a subdued, but intriguing departure from traditional bag kilims of its period. It’s a fine play of rustic geometric patterns in a reserved, sophisticated manner, and its size offers vast design applications.


Condition:

This antique Turkish bag textile enjoys good condition for its age and origin—for wall-hanging tapestry projects and similar decorative purposes only. See less