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Goljaam E. A Historical and Cultural Study of the Emergence and Evolution of Carpet Bags in Terms of Form, Function, and Utility (Iran–World). goljaam 2022; 18 (42) : 8
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Carpet bags, as both artistic and functional expressions within the realm of handicrafts, possess deep cultural roots across various societies and have gained particular prominence in Iran. These products represent a fusion of traditional weaving techniques and modern design, serving not only as utilitarian items but also as carriers of cultural, aesthetic, and historical significance. Globally, several studies have explored the transformation of old carpets into new products such as bags, shoes, and interior decorations, reflecting the globalization of handicrafts and their redefinition in modern contexts.
Nevertheless, a research gap remains in the historical analysis of carpet bags in Iran and other countries, particularly regarding their cultural, stylistic, functional, and formal dimensions. This qualitative, descriptive-historical study conducted without a hypothesis—aims to investigate the historical and cultural trajectory of carpet bags in Iran and worldwide. Data collection was carried out through library and documentary methods, and the research adopts an interdisciplinary approach to analyze the intersection of traditional art and modern design throughout the historical development of this product.
The study begins with a review of bag design history across various cultures, followed by an exploration of the global evolution of carpet bag design. It then focuses on the Iranian cultural and social context to examine the transformation of carpet bags in terms of utility, aesthetics, and performance. Key factors such as lifestyle, the role of women in handicraft production, ethnic and cultural dynamics, and the impact of commercial and cultural exchanges on stylistic diversity and form are central to this analysis.
Findings indicate that carpet bags are not merely consumer goods but symbols of cultural and artistic identity. The most vivid representation of their historical transformation can be found among Iran’s nomadic tribes, where these items reflect daily life and cultural beliefs.
Nevertheless, a research gap remains in the historical analysis of carpet bags in Iran and other countries, particularly regarding their cultural, stylistic, functional, and formal dimensions. This qualitative, descriptive-historical study conducted without a hypothesis—aims to investigate the historical and cultural trajectory of carpet bags in Iran and worldwide. Data collection was carried out through library and documentary methods, and the research adopts an interdisciplinary approach to analyze the intersection of traditional art and modern design throughout the historical development of this product.
The study begins with a review of bag design history across various cultures, followed by an exploration of the global evolution of carpet bag design. It then focuses on the Iranian cultural and social context to examine the transformation of carpet bags in terms of utility, aesthetics, and performance. Key factors such as lifestyle, the role of women in handicraft production, ethnic and cultural dynamics, and the impact of commercial and cultural exchanges on stylistic diversity and form are central to this analysis.
Findings indicate that carpet bags are not merely consumer goods but symbols of cultural and artistic identity. The most vivid representation of their historical transformation can be found among Iran’s nomadic tribes, where these items reflect daily life and cultural beliefs.
Article number: 8
Type of Study: Review paper |
Received: 2026/08/15 | Accepted: 2026/08/15 | Published: 2026/08/15
Received: 2026/08/15 | Accepted: 2026/08/15 | Published: 2026/08/15
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