I've never seen another chanteh like this one. It has a couple of faded synthetic dyes in the mix, which means that it was probably made in the early decades of the last century - a date that chimes with the overall feel of the design. Although South Persian often used stripes in their rugs and bags (often referred to as 'cane' motifs), the diagonal segments give this small purse an oddly western and 'modern' sensibility. The bright whites in the pile front are cotton highlights. It measures 7.5" by 8" and was purchased from a dealer in Scotland. I've never been sure of the Qashqa'i attribution, but that was the name it came with.
