Kurd Bagface, c. 1900

Kurd Bidjar Rug, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 3'5" W x 6'7" L Origin: Northwest Persia Period: c. 1900 Rug ID: 20477

Antique Kurdish Rug, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 3'5" W x 6'8" L

Afshar Sumak Bagface, Early 20th Century This Afshar bag face uses an iconic central diamond with a latch-hook design, which is popular among several nomadic groups across south Per...

Kurdish Rug, Late 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 8'0" L x 4'3" W Origin: Northwest Persia Period: Late 19th Century Rug ID: 16375

Afshar rugs are a type of handwoven rug that originated from the Afshar tribe, a nomadic group from Iran. Antique Afshar rugs are highly sought for their symbols, motifs, vibrant col...

Antique Persian Kurdish rug, size: 4'6" x 7'8".

One of our many collectible SE Persian tribal Afshar rugs, this example features a cerulean blue field, centring a coral cartouche subfield with six finial ...

This richly woven 19th-century Afshar bagface—originally the front panel of a nomadic saddlebag—is a remarkable example of tribal textile art from southern Persia. Once a utilitarian object crafted for everyday use by the Afshar people, it now stands as a vibrant piece of wall art, embodying centuries of tradition, craftsmanship, and nomadic heritage. Woven by village and tribal artisans, bagfaces and mafrash panels like this one were essential to nomadic life, used for transport and storage. Over time, these humble yet intricate textiles have become prized for their bold geometric designs, expressive color palettes, and deep cultural roots. The Afshar tribe is one of the oldest in the world, with a history stretching back to ancient Persia. Remarkably, many members of the tribe have maintained their nomadic lifestyle to this day, residing in regions that are home to some of the world’s earliest known civilizations. Now appreciated far beyond their original function, Afshar bagface bring warmth, history, and timeless design into modern interiors—each piece a story woven in wool. Dimensions:1’ 6” x 2’ 10” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s Place of Origin: SW Persia Material: Wool on a wool foundation with natural organic dyes dyes Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot, SKU: 1294 Afshar Tribal Bags, Afshar Saddlebags, Antique Afshar Bags, Afshar Bagface, Kurdish Tribal Rugs, Kurdish Rug, Tribal Kurdish Carpets, Antique Kurdish Rugs, Antique Kurdish Weaving, Antique Nomadic Bags, Antique Wall Textiles...