The Antique Chinese Wool Pile Hand Knotted Saddle Horse Cover Rug is a striking textile from the early 1900s, representing the distinct weaving traditions of the late Qing period. This rectangular rug features a dense wool pile and a deep midnight blue field that contrasts beautifully with oxidized gold and cinnabar red accents. Its design showcases highly stylized floral patterns, traditional Buddhist symbols, and a complex series of geometric borders, including a classic Greek key meander. Measuring as a small scatter size, this hand-knotted piece was likely used as a decorative seat cover or saddle rug. With its unique character, historical repairs, and graphic intensity, this antique rug serves as a powerful example of early 20th-century Chinese textile art.