Price

£2500.00

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Complete Azeri Mafrash (bedding bag) from Persian Azerbaijan, 19th century.

Bags in various sizes were used by people practising migration as a practical and beautiful container for transporting objects of daily use. This bag was used for items of bedding such as blankets and quilts, and for other textiles. Mafrash usually have two long and two small, square sides with a more or less elaborate pattern and a plain or striped Kelim bottom. In our example the bottom (seen at the top in our photograph) is decorated with geometrical motifs in the shape of diamonds. The drawing of the diamonds in the lattice of interlocking lozenges on the sides and the well balanced colour scheme make this a very elegant piece. It is worked in fine wool brocading and Kelim and has minor repairs but is, overall, in excellent condition. 

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Dimensions

104 W x 50 D x 38 H

Price

£2500.00



Condition report

Minor repairs, overall excellent condition; padding to form a comfortable seat

Stock number

5700
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The BADA Standard

  • Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
  • Members are elected for their knowledge, integrity and quality of stock
  • Our clients are protected by BADA’s code of conduct
  • Our dealers’ membership is reviewed and renewed annually
  • Bada.org is a non-profit site: clients deal directly with members and they pay no hidden fees
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