AfghanistanHand-knotted
Afghan Saddle Bag
Afghan Saddle Bag
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- Size
- 106 x 50 cm (3'6" x 1'8")
- Origin
- Afghanistan
- Weave
- Hand-knotted
- Age
- Circa 1950–1980
- Materials
- Hand-spun wool on a wool foundation
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About This Rug
Knotted by Hand in Afghanistan
These 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 reflected the traditions of the community that made them, turning an everyday object into something deeply personal and beautifully expressive. Each piece was woven by hand and made to withstand years of travel and use.
Today, these saddle bags offer a striking way to bring history and texture into the home. They can be hung as textile art, displayed over a bench, chair or ottoman or thoughtfully repurposed into cushions and other decorative pieces. Their irregularities, repairs and signs of age are part of their story, preserving the character of a piece that was once woven to be carried through everyday nomadic life.
- Size
- 106 x 50 cm (3'6" x 1'8")
- Origin
- Afghanistan
- Construction
- Hand-knotted
- Materials
- Hand-spun wool on a wool foundation, with occasional pops of colour woven from recycled synthetic yarn. Traditionally repurposed from available clothing and textiles, these vibrant accents reflect the resourcefulness of nomadic weaving traditions.
- Age
- Circa 1950–1980
- Condition
- Vintage. Carefully washed and revitalised, with the natural irregularities, repairs and signs of age that speak to its life as a handwoven tribal piece. These details are clearly shown in the photographs and are part of the saddle bag’s history, character and one-of-a-kind beauty.
- Stock No.
- NR-2297
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Good to Know
Will the rug look the same in person as it does online?
We photograph every rug in natural light with minimal editing, so the colours you see are as true to life as possible. It’s something we take a lot of care with, and something our customers often comment on.
That said, colours can shift slightly depending on your screen or the lighting in your home. If you’d like extra photos or a video before purchasing, we’re always happy to help.
How long does delivery usually take?
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For most Australian orders, delivery is quite quick. NSW and VIC typically arrive within 1–2 business days, the ACT within 2–3 business days, QLD and TAS within 2–4 business days, and WA and the NT within 3–6 business days.
Most international deliveries arrive within 1–4 weeks.
You can find more detailed timeframes on our Shipping & Delivery page: Shipping & Delivery.
What if the rug isn't quite right?
We want you to feel completely confident in your purchase. If something doesn’t feel right once you’ve seen it in your space, we’re here to help.
We accept returns or exchanges on full-priced items, meaning pieces that are not part of our clearance collection.
Returns must be initiated within 7 days of receiving your order, or within 7 days of purchase if bought in person.
As each rug is handmade and one of a kind, we keep this window short so that any returned piece can be offered again in the same condition.
Rugs must be returned in the same condition they were received.
For full details, please see our Returns & Exchanges page: Returns & Exchanges.
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Do I need an underlay?
We recommend one under every rug and kilim. A good underlay stops the rug moving, protects your floors and helps the rug wear evenly for longer.
Ask us and we'll suggest the right one for your floor and rug size.
How do I look after it?
Handmade wool rugs are easy to live with. Vacuum weekly on a low setting, moving with the pile and without the beater bar, and never vacuum the fringes. Rotate the rug every few months so it wears evenly, and blot spills straight away rather than rubbing.
Our Rug Care guide covers the rest.
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Made to Be Lived On
These pieces weren't made for a showroom. They were made to be walked on, lived with and passed down. Chosen well, a rug like this outlasts the house it's in.
Chosen by Najaf
Our founder has spent 40 years washing, repairing and weaving rugs by hand. When he selects a piece, he knows exactly what he's looking at.
Rugs Like Nowhere Else
Every piece is handpicked or made by us. Never in bulk, never for trend. Only because it genuinely stopped us in our tracks.
Made to Be Lived On
These pieces weren't made for a showroom. They were made to be walked on, lived with and passed down. Chosen well, a rug like this outlasts the house it's in.
Chosen by Najaf
Our founder has spent 40 years washing, repairing and weaving rugs by hand. When he selects a piece, he knows exactly what he's looking at.
Rugs Like Nowhere Else
Every piece is handpicked or made by us. Never in bulk, never for trend. Only because it genuinely stopped us in our tracks.