Afghan Sumak Saddle Bag vintage-baluch strong structure and confident use

strong structure and confident use of pattern

slight variations in the weave are a natural result of the process and part of what makes each piece its own

daughters and extended family over time

Size: 179 x 98 cm | 5'10" x 3'2"

Size: 255 x 171 cm | 8'4" x 5'7"

Afghan Sumak Saddle Bag vintage-baluch strong structure and confident useThese vintage tribal saddle bags were originally created as practical travelling companions for nomadic life. Woven as a joined pair of bags, they were placed across the back of a horse, donkey or camel and used to carry food, clothing, tools and other everyday belongings as families moved between grazing lands and seasonal settlements. Despite their practical purpose, saddle bags were often richly decorated. Their patterns, colours and motifs