{"product_id":"old-afghan-saddle-bag-88x35cm","title":"Old Afghan Saddle Bag 88x35cm","description":"An intricately woven mid-Twentieth century khorjin handmade with kilim technique.\u003cstrong\u003eBuy online with free UK delivery or purchase in-store!\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old Afghan Saddle Bag\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88x35cm\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Belouch, Afghanistan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwoven. Kilim techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColours and Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e This old Afghan Saddle Bag has a geometric design of columned diamonds. It has colour combinations of blue-black with cream as well as other colourful highlights. The reverse of the saddle bag is even more colourful!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\/Age:\u003c\/strong\u003eThis old Afghan Khorjin is in good order; it has some damage to the bridge (it is patched on the reverse - see images 5 \u0026amp; 6), as well as a patch repair to the back corner (see image 8). It dates from the mid-Twentieth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt The Oriental Rug Merchant, we stock a fascinating range of tribal bags and trappings. Our collection features carefully selected items from across the rug weaving belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are particularly interesting as they were made for the weavers own use rather than for commercial purposes. These are unique, one-of-a-kind tribal and village weavings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaddle bags were traditional used by nomadic people for transporting their goods and possessions. They feature two decorative pouches with closing systems either side of a bridge. The saddle bags are sometimes known as Khorjin or Heybe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaddle bags are woven in one continuous piece and when taken off the loom the two ends are folded back and sewn-up on the sides. The central section is the connecting panel (this can be short or long) that allows the two bags to be carried over the back of the nomad's animal and holds the two bags together. The Khorjins can be sealed as they often have slits near the upper edge of each face side and loops on the back side. The loops can be pulled through the slits and then through one another thereby sealing the bag. (Sometimes khorjins do not have a closing system).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSaddle bags are fascinating items, with a huge amount of work and skill in their creation. They are a versatile and interesting item for the home: perfect for use as a wall hanging, tribal wall art, hang over a banister and use as decorative storage or even as a floor cushion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theorientalrugshop.co.uk\/take-a-tour\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eThe Oriental Rug Merchant\u003c\/a\u003e, 11 High Street,\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/visittunbridgewells.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eTunbridge Wells\u003c\/a\u003e, Kent, TN1 1UL, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081578647883,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Belouch-saddle-bag-90x60cm-MAIN.jpg?v=1786283090","url":"https:\/\/theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\/products\/old-afghan-saddle-bag-88x35cm","provider":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}