Padded saddle blanket
Place of OriginChina
DynastyQing dynasty (1644-1911), Reign of the Qianlong emperor (1736-1795)
MaterialsSilk
DimensionsW. 30 1/8 in x L. 67 in, W. 76.5 cm x L. 170.0 cm
Credit LineTransfer from the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, Gift of Carlotta Mabury
Object numberB81M46
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsTextiles
On View
Not on viewThe two sides of the saddle blanket here bear designs of a dragon frolicking among the waves, bordered by real and mythical animals. The eight Buddhist symbols on the side follow the order codified in the Qianlong period: wheel, conch, umbrella, canopy, lotus, vase, double fish, and endless knot.
approx. 1800-1911
approx. 1875-1925
approx. 1950
approx. 1900-1930
approx. 1970
approx. 1950
approx. 1950
1925-1980
approx. 1900-1930
1900-1950
approx. 1900