Saddle Cover (rataya) c. 20th century

This "Saddle Cover (rataya)" is a beautifully woven textile, made in an unknown location and sometime in the 20th century. This piece is an example of a "rataya" - a Moroccan saddle cover, often made with wool, and woven with intricate patterns and colors. This one features a repeating geometric design in shades of red, white, and yellow. The cover is now part of the Minneapolis Institute of Art collection.