Antique Esfandeghe Persian Salt Bag
ABOUT THIS PIECE
Handwoven in the famous village of Esfandeghe, Kerman
Woven in an improvised iteration of the Golfarang motif, depicting Rose bushes with various small differences and intricacies.
Golfarang or European flower is a motif created by the effects of 18th/19th-century European art on Persian carpets.
Highly desired by collectors around the world Salt bags are unique village and nomadic pieces, traditionally used by shepherds to carry their foodstuff in while on long journeys in search of pastures. The unique T shaped form of the salt bags helps in sealing off foodstuff from the elements.
Handwoven for a loved one away from home on long perilous journeys, Salt bags are improvised one of a kind pieces and are products of weaving women’s love for their husbands, sons and brothers.
