Tibetan Horse Saddle Rug | Foliate Plant

An interesting saddle rug from the early 20th century. Dyed only with indigo of varying strength, the composition is at once simple and elegant. Foliate plant forms with prominent flower heads are the primary pattern.

But the pattern outlined in the centre of the rug is an exceptionally nice and unusual feature, one that is reminiscent of a Central Asian Aesthetic.

Referenced from "Dream Weavers - Textile Art of the Tibetan Plateau, Pages 172 & 173, Plate 62."

Warp: Z 2 S Ivory Wool
Weft: 2 sheds brown wool, S spun
Knots: 2+3 ply yarn, wool
9h x 6v= 54kpsi
Colours (3): Dark blue / light blue / ivory
Dimensions: 114 cm x 71 cm (44.9 in x 27.9 in)