Antique Malayer Saddle Cover , West Central Persia , Last Quarter 19th Century , 2.7 x 2.9 As with larger Malayers,the knot is symmetric on a single wefted cotton foundation.Saddle and horse covers come from many sources in Persia,from the most urban to the most primitive and nomadic.Malayer saddle covers are very rare and this example is both unusual and graphic.This piece has been cleaned.Feel free to ask any questions.