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Saddle Rug with "Endless Knots"

19th century
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Saddle Rug with "Endless Knots"
  • Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
  • Date: 19th century
  • Culture: China
  • Medium: Foundation: cotton; wool knotting
  • Dimensions: 49 1/2 x 24 in. (125.73 x 60.96 cm)
  • Classification: Textiles-Rugs
  • Credit Line: Bequest of Joseph V. McMullan, 1973
  • Object Number: 1974.160.10
  • Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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