Antique Spoon/Spindle Bag, Qashqa'i Nomads, Fars Province, South-West Persia.
Price
£750
| $1,010 USD | €883 EUR
Item Ref
BM/SB
Description
Two stylised peacocks - symbols of wealth, immortality and divine protection - dominate the ivory cotton ground of this early twentieth century spoon/spindle bag. Three quadrupeds, possibly deer or gazelle, fill the lower part of the bag whilst tassels hang from the base and form a decorative finish to the bag. Note also the long braided cord with single tassel at the top for carrying the bag during migrations. The back of the bag is decorated in horizontal zig-zag lines, quite possibly symbolising flowing water.Woven by Qashqa'i nomads circa 1920-1930, the bag is complete and in excellent condition.
Size: 31cm x 84cm including tassels (12" x 2' 9" including tassels).
Viewing by appointment only.
Internal Ref: BM/SB
Dimensions
Height = 84 cm (33")Width = 31 cm (12")
Depth = 0 cm (0")
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