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What are Native American blankets called?
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The most well-known Native American blankets come from Navajo weaving, which are prized by collectors worldwide. Originally utilitarian, the Navajo people began creating blankets specifically for export and tourism in the 19th century. Shop a collection of Navajo blankets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Mixtec Cloud and Thunder Symbol Serape Blanket Oaxaca Mexico
Located in New York, NY
Mixtec wool serape blanket, handwoven with traditional cloud and thunder symbols. Slit opening in
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Tribal Quilts and Blankets
Materials
Wool
20th C. American Southwest Saddle Blanket with Lazy Lines
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th c., saddle blanket from the American Southwest. Green, grey and brown woven wool, with a
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Early 20th Century American Navajo Quilts and Blankets
Materials
Wool
19th Century Native American Corn Husk Plateau Bag
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This very fine exceptional early 19th century native American Indian corn husk plateau bag. Fine condition with a fantastic patch repair on one side.
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Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Quilts and Blankets
Materials
Wool
Mexican / American Serape in Unusual Colors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine Mexican / American serape weaving is in pristine condition and wonderful unusual colors. The fringe is very good too.
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Mid-20th Century American Adirondack Quilts and Blankets
Materials
Wool
Navajo Germantown Saddle Blanket
Located in Sharon, CT
Finely woven small blanket.
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Antique Late 19th Century American Navajo Native American Objects
Materials
Wool
Antique Navajo Chief Blanket
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sometimes categorized as the fourth-phase chief blanket, this wonderful piece of Navajo textile art
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Antique 1890s American Navajo Native American Objects
Materials
Wool
