NW Persian saddlebag, second half 19th century

Measurements: 42 x 42cm

63 Knots per inch

Price: £160

An attractive little saddlebag with good colours and its original backing. A simple floral spray on a madder red background with an interesting diagonal striped border. Note how the diagonals align across the design and give the impression that they run under the main field giving an impression of layers of depth. I particularly like the bands of colour on the flatweave backing, good colour is generally an indication of good age and I think this to be the case here.

Condition:

Fair condition but the edges and ends are a little ragged.