Size: 1ft 11in x 1ft 9in (58 x 54cm).
Antique Yomut Turkmen saddle cover / rug with classic design.
Circa 1920.
This excellent tribal saddle rug by the Yomut Turkmen of Turkmenistan or north-eastern Persia features a classic Yomut repeat design. Note the opening for the pommel of the saddle.
Excellent condition with slight even wear and good pile, some signs of tribal use. Note how all the edges are over-bound in alternating colours.
A related, but older example is in the Textile Museum Collection, item: 2021.17.92. Also published in 'Adorning the Horse' item number 128, page 241.
Ref: D-0095.