Rust Red Tibetan Saddle Rug - 19th Century Finish - Inlay The carving shows a strong

The carving shows a strong Mughal influence and the window dates to the 19th century

The soft white patina contrasts beautifully with the warm natural tones of the wood beneath

These decorative pipes are a piece of social history

It is almost unheard of to find Tibetan cabinets with a Taoist theme and it seems likely this piece originated in Eastern Tibet

It takes a week to mark out and carve out the rough shape of the stone

Rust Red Tibetan Saddle Rug - 19th Century Finish - Inlay The carving shows a strongThis very decorative, Tibetan wool rug was used as saddle rug for a pony but would make a pretty hearth rug in a small cottage. The rich rust red tones are complimented with bright dramatic floral motifs. It dates from the 19th century and is showing some signs of wear as can be seen in photographs but would be suitable for a low traffic room or displayed on a wall. In the old days, Pony trains were a common sight on mountain trails as they wended