Baluch Saddle Bags (separated/fragmented), Afghanistan. Both sides of what was once a complete khorjin (saddle bag), the less than formal though classic design type is somehow not an unexpected feature of these bags from western Afghanistan. The boldly drawn latch hook medallion again features the juxtaposition of a glowing blue dye with a deeply saturated purple/brown hue, echoed again in the border with the bold reciprocal trefoil border. The wool is very high quality, extremely silky and lustrous, as well as left a bit longer, imparting an animal pelt-like feel to the hand. Exhibiting obvious signs of use with some wear in the lower right corner, it is likely an authentic weaving made for domestic use rather than local trade. 22" x 24" (55cm x 60cm) Asymmetric knot open left, 8h x 8v = 64 kpsi. Colors (6): 2 blues (light, medium), red, purple/brown, dark blue-blue/green, corrosive olive. Published: Plate 83. Cole, T. FROM THE LAND OF THE SUN. THE RICHARD STEWART COLLECTION OF BALUCH RUGS, BAGS, AND TRAPPINGS. 2022.

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