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When the nomadic people of the
Caucasus or the steppes of central Asia move their flocks from one
grazing area to another- they don't break out the Samsonite luggage,
they pack bags made for the precise purpose and decorated in accordance
with their tradition. This large sturdy bag could have been used
to pack the bedding (or most anything else) for an entire family. It is
profusely decorated all over with colorful kelim designs and reinforced
with strong leather straps and massive leather handles. These would
have been strapped onto a camel or perhaps one on each side of a donkey
for balance! I currently keep many of my kelim
carpets folded and stored safely inside this bag (unfortunately
it is not for sale). ![]() |