Feraghan Saddle Rug, 3rd to 4th quarters of 19th century. The field is filled with cartouches that form a mihrab-like arch in the center and botehs surround the main border. The slit for the saddle pommel or gullet has its own border reasurring that the piece was woven deliberately for use on a saddle. The selvedge has been added later to preserve the sides. The green below the saddle slit is exquisite in two shades, the lower portion being more vibrant. It has a fine weave typical of Feraghan pile weavings. 80 x 89 cm.