the aramantis ottoman travel collection
The travel bags in the Ottoman collection are made from highest quality Turkish leather and natural dyed wool fabrics originally woven as tent or other hangings by individual craftsmen & women from the various regions in Turkey. Many of the fabrics are over 50 years old and are cleaned and sorted before being mounted on a secure backing fabric and cut into the highly individual patterns that form these unique pieces.
The bags are lined with traditional fabrics that reflect the taste and opulence of the Ottomans and their court. Each travel bag is mounted on brass feet and only the highest quality leather and YKK zips are used in their production.
Given the nature of the materials used, no two travel bags are identical. Irregularities in the weave, a natural fading of some of the colours and small imperfections are inherent in the nature of the organic dyes and hand weaving and the general history of the fabrics. These add to the unique charm of each piece.
These travel bags are hard wearing and, if treated with care, can last many years. The wool softens and becomes more supple with use and can be cleaned either with brushing of e.g. dried on mud, sponging with cold water or spot treatment with a gentle upholstery cleaner. A small test area should be treated first to ensure the natural dyes do not run or fade.
The approximate size of the travel bags are:
Large: approx 70cm x 45cm x 19cm
Medium: approx 48cm x 41cm x 19cm
The average size of the Double-Pocket Washkits is: 10cm x 26cm x 16cm