£ 85.00
73 x 89 cm // 2ft 5" x 2ft 11"
Although it appears as a kilim the vertical slits are bound in b crossing over the upright parts of the weave which creates a far more resilient product something hardly surprising given its intended utilitarian purpose. The piece is actually the surviving part of what had been a strong bag used to contain household items or possibly one of twins that formed a pannier. Ideal as a cushion or pillow.
Quarshi Southern Uzbekistan nomads or Northern Afghanistan ' Tartari Bash ' ( like a Tatar ! )
• Second quarter 20th cent
Ref. 18326
