Bohemian Paisley Timeless Pattern Small Gift Bag

A lovely paisley motif shown here in rich red tones is a vibrant choice for gift giving. The paisley design traces its origins back to Persia and the Sassanid Dynasty, a period of time that stretches back to around 221AD. Its distinctive shape, likened variously to a tear drop, a kidney or even that most exotic of fruit the Mango was originally called “boteh jegheh” and was created as a motif for a religious movement known as Zoroastrianists. The design was supposed to represent the Cypress Tree which was their symbol of everlasting life.