Woven Bed or Chest Cover

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Woven Bed or Chest Cover by an unknown artist is a vertically oriented textile. The textile is primarily dark green with a fringe at the top and bottom. The top and bottom have horizontal bands of red, orange, and cream-colored patterns. A border on either side features a repeating pattern of yellow and red shapes resembling leaves or feathers, outlined in cream. The main body of the textile is divided into two central sections by a horizontal band. Each section features a diamond shape outlined in cream, containing a symmetrical design. The top diamond contains a red and white horse-like figure with a long tail and mane, surrounded by red, yellow, and cream-colored shapes. The bottom diamond contains a similar design but with a different figure. The background of the textile is dark green, with various red, yellow, and cream-colored shapes and patterns throughout.