Rug and Textile Appreciation Morning: Pageantry, Protection and Tradition in Equestrian Textiles

Join Adorning the Horse exhibition co-curators Sumru Belger Krody and Lee Talbot for an in-depth talk on textiles used to dress horses throughout history. From felts and flatweaves made by nomadic artisans to exquisite embroidered covers used in royal settings, the curators will offer insights into equestrian textiles from around the world and the ways they reflect the lifestyles, cultural traditions and beliefs of the people who rode these revered animals. Enriching the program, Judy Brick Freedman will discuss her journey in building this collection and donating 100 artworks to the museum to inspire this landmark exhibition.

This program is a partnership with The Textile Museum Associates of Southern California.

About the Exhibition  

For millennia, horses have captivated humans with their beauty, strength and majesty. From Türkiye to Japan, civilizations have elaborately costumed these prized animals. In Adorning the Horse: Equestrian Textiles for Power and Prestige, a magnificent selection of saddle covers, horse blankets and other equestrian textiles from the past 1,300 years communicates the significance and status of horses and their riders. Learn more about the exhibition 

Speakers

Sumru Belger Krody, Chief Curator/Avenir Foundation Curator

Lee Talbot, senior curator, The Textile Museum Collection

Judy Brick Freedman, collector

How to Participate 

This program will be in a hybrid format. You can join us in person at the museum or watch the livestream online. Please register in advance and choose how you would like to participate. We will email virtual attendees a link and instructions for joining via Zoom. When you register, you can also request to receive a reminder email one day before the program with the link included.

About Rug and Textile Appreciation Mornings

Collectors and experts discuss textile topics and display examples from their personal holdings. This series is named in honor of late Textile Museum trustee emeritus, Harold M. Keshishian. Browse upcoming programs 

Additional Information 

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