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Late 19th century Tibetan saddle blanket with floral pattern in navy, pink, red

$4,900
£3,681.02
€4,244.81
CA$6,799.39
A$7,555.62
CHF 3,959.23
MX$92,656.23
NOK 50,497.62
SEK 47,506.30
DKK 31,681.47
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A striking example of Himalayan textile artistry, this 19th Century Tibetan Saddle Blanket features a richly woven floral pattern in shades of navy, blue, pink, yellow, and red. Originating from Tibet in the late 1800s, this blanket exemplifies the vibrant aesthetics and skilled craftsmanship of Tibetan weavers. Uniquely constructed, the piece is formed by joining two individually woven floral panels, creating a balanced and harmonious composition intended for practical use as a saddle blanket. The original red cloth backing remains intact, and the textile is in excellent condition considering its age and intended use. Both decorative and historically significant, this antique textile is ideally suited for display as wall art, offering texture, color, and cultural depth to interiors ranging from global-inspired and bohemian to traditional and eclectic. As a rare piece of 19th-century Tibetan equestrian decor, it captures the spirit of nomadic life and adds a sense of journey and history to any space. Dimensions: 28” x 42” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s Place of Origin: Tibet Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2125 Tibetan Saddle Blanket, Tibetan Rugs, Tibetan Horse Blanket, Ningxia Saddle Cover, Vintage Chinese Saddle Covers, Vintage Tibetan Saddle Covers, Tibetan Antique Rug, Tibet Antiques, Antique Tibetan Carpet, Antique Tibetan Carpets and Rugs, Tibet Carpet, Ningxia Rug, Ningxia Carpet, Tibet Wool Rugs, Tibet Flower Rugs, Mongolia Rugs, Mongolia Carpets, Chinese Peking Rugs, Antique Peking Carpets, Antique Chinese Peking Carpets, Antique Peking Rug, Antique Peking Carpet.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Length: 42 in (106.68 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Wool,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Knotted,Vegetable Dyed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890-1899
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 21251stDibs: LU8224241266612

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