Lakai Uzbek. Uzbekistan
Silk cross-stitch embroidery. H: 52" (132.1 cm), W: 71" (180.3 cm).

Uzbek embroidered saddle and horse covers—crafted by nomadic or semi-nomadic groups like the Lakai tribe of Uzbekistan—are rare,
hand-stitched ethnographic textiles historically used for special ceremonial occasions such as weddings. This especially beautiful example
is entirely embroidered with silk threads using the intricate cross-stitch technique. The motifs represent multiple flowers and leaves.

Ex: Fred and Stella Krieger collection, by family descent. Los Angeles, CA.