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Vintage Persian Baluch Soumak Salt Bag in Red, Blue, Brown as Tribal Wall Art
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Discover a captivating piece of nomadic heritage with this Vintage Persian Baluch Tribal Salt Bag, now beautifully repurposed as unique tribal wall art. This extraordinary textile, a functional yet artistic creation, features a distinctive geometric pattern rendered in a rich palette of red, blue, and brown.
For tribal peoples throughout history, salt has been an indispensable and precious commodity, vital for preserving food and enhancing flavor. Its value was so profound that it often served as a form of money and payment. For desert caravans, salt was truly a life-saving spice. These specialized salt bags were meticulously woven as utilitarian items, designed to protect and transport this precious resource, along with other materials and goods, during the tribes' migrations between grazing lands and encampments.
Handwoven with the characteristic soumak technique, which adds rich texture and decorative detail, this Baluch salt bag embodies the ingenuity and artistic expression of its nomadic makers. Due to their rarity and the stories they tell of a bygone way of life, these authentic tribal items have become highly collectible. Today, they are increasingly sought after as decorative arts, bringing a profound sense of history, authenticity, and design beauty to contemporary homes. This piece is an ideal acquisition for discerning collectors, interior design professionals, and anyone seeking to infuse their space with genuine tribal art and a touch of nomadic spirit.
Dimensions: 13" x 16" x 1"
Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s
Place of Origin: SE Persia
Material: Wool on a wool foundation with natural dyes
Condition: Wear consistent with age and use
The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1630
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- Dimensions:Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Length: 16 in (40.64 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1940
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Barrington, IL
- Reference Number:Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 16301stDibs: LU8224235072702
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