Delightful Antique Kordi Horse Blanket – Soumak Weave, West Iran

This delightful antique Kordi horse blanket from West Iran is a rare and meaningful piece of nomadic textile art. In Kordi tribal culture, horses are highly valued, and adorning them with beautifully woven blankets is a symbol of both pride and status.

Woven using the soumak (sumak) technique, this blanket showcases intricate tribal motifs and stylised horse figures across a rich dark sage green background. The colours remain vivid thanks to the use of natural dyes, while the texture reflects the strength and character of handspun wool.

Notably, this piece was woven in two halves and stitched together, a traditional method for creating larger-format textiles among nomadic tribes. Its symmetrical layout and colourful storytelling motifs offer a captivating visual experience and cultural significance.

Whether you’re a collector of rare tribal weavings, an interior designer sourcing unique wall art, or simply a lover of equestrian heritage, this antique Kordi horse blanket is a true one-of-a-kind decorative textile.

✅ Key Features:

• Authentic antique Kordi horse blanket from West Iran

• Woven in the soumak (sumak) flatweave technique

• Depicts colourful horses and tribal motifs

• Dark sage green background with natural dyes

• Made from high-quality handspun wool

• Woven in two halves, stitched together traditionally

• Ideal for collectors, display, or equestrian-themed décor