Face of Half a Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin)
The central diamond design on this double saddlebag is common in sumak weavings from the Shahsevan tribe, and the border motif, an ancient tribal symbol, is characteristic of weavings by tribal members in the Khamseh region (south of the Caspian Sea). Sometimes referenced as the "two-headed bird," because of the suggestion of heads with eyes facing opposite directions, the border pattern was reproduced with many variations. Here, the repeating motif features mini crosses for the eyes. A more elaborate cross motif decorates the central lozenge.
Artwork Details
- Title: Face of Half a Double Saddle Bag (Khorjin)
- Date: ca. 1825–75
- Geography: From Northwestern Iran, Shahsevan tribe, Khamseh Region
- Medium: Wool (warp, ground weft, and sumak weft); sumak extra-weft wrapping with two-color chaining
- Dimensions: H. 29 in. (73.7 cm)
W. 32 1/4 in (81.9 cm) - Classification: Textiles-Woven-Brocade
- Credit Line: Gift of Inger G. and William B. Ginsberg, 2015
- Object Number: 2015.490.25
- Curatorial Department: Islamic Art
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