What is a Native American artifact?

A Native American artifact is any object that provides insight into the lives and history of native people in America. These items range from carved stone pipes, weapons for hunting, tools for cooking, pottery, jewelry and more. Find a collection of artifacts on 1stDibs today.

What are Native American drums called?

What Native American drums are called varies by type. Ones designed to rest in the player's lap are hand drums, while instruments that hold water used primarily by the Iroquois and Yaqui are water drums. Large freestanding drums that produce loud percussive sounds are powwow drums. The Aztec and Hopi used foot drums. You'll find a range of Native American drums on 1stDibs.

What are Native American slippers called?

Native American slippers are called moccasins. Moccasins are characterized by their U-shaped puckered toe design and are crafted with various leathers such as sheepskin or buffalo. They may or may not be decorated with beading. Shop a collection of authentic moccasins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What are Native American beads called?

It depends on which region the beads were made since they were created out of available materials found in the land around them. In the Eastern Woodlands, white and purple marine shell beads were called “wampum”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

What are Native American blankets called?

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.

What does the Native American headdress symbolize?

What a Native American headdress represents depends on what tribe produced it. In general, headdresses may symbolize a person's status within the tribe or serve as a sign of bravery during battle. You'll find a selection of Native American headdresses on 1stDibs.

How do I identify Native American baskets?

To identify Native American baskets, you can research the patterns using authoritative online resources to try and determine which tribe produced it. However, many replicas exist and there are many tribes that produced baskets. As a result, it is a good idea to consult a licensed appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Native American baskets.

How do I identify Native American beadwork?

To identify Native American beadwork, first consider the materials. Indigenous American artisans often produce beads out of glass and natural materials, such as shells, bone and wood, and use metal and plastic in their pieces less frequently. Older pieces will usually be held together by sinew, while newer examples will typically feature thread. Regardless of age, Native American beadwork will typically be expertly crafted, so pieces usually have tight, even stitching with no visible gaps. Familiarizing yourself with stitching techniques used by various tribes can also be helpful. You can find images of authentic beadwork on trusted online resources to refer to as you complete the identification process. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of textiles and garments that feature Native American beadwork.

What does moccasins mean in Native American?

In the Native American language of Powhatan spoken by the Algonquian indigenous people, moccasin refers to a hand-sewn suede bootie. Today, people may call any shoes that feature stitched round toes by the name. Shop a variety of moccasins on 1stDibs.

What are Native American dolls called?

There are a wide array of different dolls made by the various tribes of Native American peoples. Some of the most well-known are the kachinas made by the Navajo, Hopi and Pueblo peoples. Shop an array of Native American dolls on 1stDibs.

What did Native Americans use for baskets?

What Native Americans used to produce baskets varied from tribe to tribe. Generally, craftsmen used whatever materials were readily available. In the Northeast, sweet grass was a common material, while pine needles and wicker are frequently found in baskets produced by tribes in the Southeast. Find a range of vintage and antique baskets on 1stDibs.

Which Native American tribe is known for pottery?

A number of Native American tribes are known for pottery, including the Cheyenne, Cherokees, Hopi, Iroquois, Navajo Pueblo and Shoshone. Artisans from each indigenous group have their own style. For example, Hopi pottery is often a red-brown color and decorated with black designs, while Navajo pottery is deeper brown and usually has a high-gloss finish. Find a selection of Native American pottery on 1stDibs.

How can I tell if Native American jewelry is real?

To tell if Native American jewelry is real, have it evaluated by a licensed and experienced appraiser. Because every tribe has its own designs and identifying characteristics, it is usually not possible to determine authenticity using only online resources. Find a collection of expertly vetted Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.

What do rattles symbolize in Native American culture?

What rattles symbolize in Native American culture varies from tribe to tribe. Some indigenous people believe they serve as connections between the natural and spiritual worlds. Others believe they represent the ties between animals, plants and minerals. In addition, rattles sometimes symbolize independence. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Native American rattles.

Is Native American jewelry worth anything?

Yes, some Native American jewelry is worth something. As with other types of jewelry, many pieces are made of fine materials, such as sterling silver, turquoise, jasper and lapis lazuli. Jewelry produced by Native American artists may also have value based on its age, style, type and other factors. Find a large selection of Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.

What are the two different types of Native American beadwork?

The two types of Native American beadwork are called the “lazy stitch” or “lane stitch” and the “tack stitch” or “flat stitch”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.

Which designer was credited with inventing American sportswear?

The designer most often credited with inventing American sportswear is Claire McCardell. During the early 20th century, she created ready-to-wear apparel for women that was visually appealing but casual enough for everyday wear. Her brand was called Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of women's vintage apparel.

Which designer was called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s?

Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.

Native American Design

Ceremony Painting

Mata Ortiz Pottery

Panama Art

Pre Columbian Pottery

Emeterio Ortiz R.Handmade Pottery Vase with Native American Design, Signed

$1,050

Handmade Pottery Vase with Native American Design, Signed

Located in Austin, TX

By Emetero Ortiz R. H x D: 7 x 9 inches Singed on bottom Ceramic decorative from the tradition of Mata Ortiz pottery Handmade and polished by Casa Grandes Pueblo ceramicist Emeterio ...

Category

20th Century Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

Native American Navajo Handwoven Wool Rug or Mat

$595

Native American Navajo Handwoven Wool Rug or Mat

By Native American Art

Located in Studio City, CA

A nicely hand loomed Native American (likely Navajo) rug. Wonderfully designed with vivid colors and geometrical patterns.

Category

20th Century North American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Native American Cochiti Pueblo Painted Drum, Southwestern, c. 1950

$3,800

Native American Cochiti Pueblo Painted Drum, Southwestern, c. 1950

By Native American Art

Located in Denver, CO

A striking example of Southwestern Pueblo folk art and traditional craftsmanship, this substantial drum is constructed with stretched hide over a carved wooden frame and features a b...

Category

Vintage 1950s Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Wood

Papago Native American Indian Pictorial Coiled Lidded Olla Basket HUGE!

$1,920Sale Price|20% Off

Papago Native American Indian Pictorial Coiled Lidded Olla Basket HUGE!

By Native American Art

Located in San Diego, CA

Wonderful vintage hand woven Papago Native American Indian pictorial lidded coil basket olla.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Objects

Materials

Natural Fiber

Plateau Beaded Gauntlets

$5,175

Plateau Beaded Gauntlets

By Native American Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

Native American Plateau floral beaded gauntlets. Design is bold and bright, featuring colors of green, blue and red flowers on a large 7 1/2" x 7 1/2" beaded pink panel with chevron ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Leather, Beads

Native American Style Vase by Campania

$400

Native American Style Vase by Campania

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This garden urn is adorned in Native American design and ready for home or garden use.

Category

20th Century Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Terracotta

Usonian + Native American Influenced Los Angeles California Pottery Dish Ashtray

$556Sale Price|20% Off

Usonian + Native American Influenced Los Angeles California Pottery Dish Ashtray

By Barbara Willis

Located in Hyattsville, MD

Strong Usonian and or Native American design influences.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Stoneware

Tracey Designs Navajo Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace in Yellow Gold & Enamel

$5,500

Tracey Designs Navajo Lapis Lazuli Bead Necklace in Yellow Gold & Enamel

Located in New York, NY

A unique necklace, showcasing a geometric Native American design made of 14K yellow gold and inlaid with enamel and lapis lazuli.

Category

20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1920s Navajo Double Saddle Blanket with Maltese Cross & Checkerboard Design

$2,250

1920s Navajo Double Saddle Blanket with Maltese Cross & Checkerboard Design

By Navajo Indian Art

Located in Denver, CO

It is ideal for use as a wall hanging—displayed vertically or horizontally—as well as a bed covering or statement throw. Its bold graphic design and cultural authenticity make it a s...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Salish Indian Hand-Woven Basket, Straw, Imbricate Design, Canada, 1900

$476Sale Price|20% Off

Salish Indian Hand-Woven Basket, Straw, Imbricate Design, Canada, 1900

By Salish Indians

Located in Montreal, QC

The Salish basket, circa 1900, is finely woven with a stylized imbricate design, the cover has a cutout star design with central knob, there are minor losses to the decoration, parti...

Category

Early 20th Century Canadian Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Straw

Apache Basketry Tray with 12 Point Star Design, 1900

$1,750

Apache Basketry Tray with 12 Point Star Design, 1900

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Apache basketry tray with 12 point star design 1900 Willow and Devil's claw Measures: 2.50 inches Height. x 10 inches in Diameter An excellent example of a coiled Apache baske...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Willow

Late 19th-Century Navajo Germantown Eyedazzler Rug with Vibrant Zigzag Design

$6,800

Late 19th-Century Navajo Germantown Eyedazzler Rug with Vibrant Zigzag Design

By Navajo Indian Art

Located in Denver, CO

The Diné (Navajo) are an Indigenous Native American tribe primarily from Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah, celebrated worldwide for their sophisticated weaving techniques and rich cultu...

Category

Antique 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Hand Hammered Cuff Bracelet w/ Rattlesnake Design

$875

Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver Hand Hammered Cuff Bracelet w/ Rattlesnake Design

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This terrific rattlesnake motif hand hammered and stamped Navajo cuff bracelet of heavy gauge sterling silver is set with six alternating cabochons of Mother-of-Pearl and Carnelian....

Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Gray Tribal Geometric Antique Native American Navajo Flatweave Rug 3'10" x 5'8"

$3,500

Gray Tribal Geometric Antique Native American Navajo Flatweave Rug 3'10" x 5'8"

By Navajo

Located in New York, NY

This powerful visual cadence is typical of the finest Navajo Native American design, emphasizing structure and movement simultaneously through interlocking, stacked lozenges.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Mid-Century Native American Turquoise Cuff Bracelet in Sterling Silver

$852Sale Price|20% Off

Mid-Century Native American Turquoise Cuff Bracelet in Sterling Silver

Located in Bloomington, MN

Applied leaf motifs, stamped rosettes, and layered silver details complete the Native American design. The bracelet measures approximately 6.5 inches around the interior, approximat...

Category

Mid-20th Century Native American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Mexican Saltillo Serape Rug, Handwoven Wool, Colorful Design

$1,024Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Mexican Saltillo Serape Rug, Handwoven Wool, Colorful Design

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage Mexican Saltillo Serape Blanket Rug Bright and beautiful reds, creams, blues, greens, orange and browns with geometric patterns. Very little wear except to the fringes. This...

Category

20th Century Mexican Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Zuni Thunderhawk Pendant Necklace Tribal Sterling Silver Coral Turquoise

$280Sale Price|20% Off

Zuni Thunderhawk Pendant Necklace Tribal Sterling Silver Coral Turquoise

By Zuni

Located in Milford, DE

A Zuni hawk/bird pendant accented with black enamel and turquoise & coral inlays on a fine silver chain. Traditional Native American design. Dimensions: Pendant L 2.7 x W 1.6 cm, Ne...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

19th Century Sioux Beaded Moccasins

$3,450

19th Century Sioux Beaded Moccasins

By Sioux Indian Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

This approach is best for geometric designs. Native American Beadwork, Moccasins, Native Garments, Beadwork, Collectibles Family Owned & Operated Cisco’s Gallery deals in the rare,...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Beads

19th Century Cheyenne Beaded Moccasins

$3,450

19th Century Cheyenne Beaded Moccasins

By Sioux Indian Art

Located in Coeur d'Alene, ID

This approach is best for geometric designs. Native American Beadwork, Moccasins, Native Garments, Beadwork, Collectibles.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Hide, Beads

19th Century Pair of Iroquois Moccasins

$1,125

19th Century Pair of Iroquois Moccasins

Located in Nantucket, MA

19th Century Pair of Iroquois Moccasins, New York or Ontario, mid to late 19th Century, a worn pair of moccasins with suede bodies, blue trade cloth tops with red trade cloth border,...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Suede, Cotton, Beads

Antique Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Attributed to T Foree, a Set of 6

$256Sale Price|20% Off

Antique Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Attributed to T Foree, a Set of 6

Located in Plainview, NY

Each pendant is different in style and shows Native American design in the style of pendant is made of sterling silver.

Category

Late 20th Century American Tribal Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Signed Antique Hooked Rug with Polychromatic Abstract Patterns - Rug & Kilim

$2,400Sale Price|20% Off

Signed Antique Hooked Rug with Polychromatic Abstract Patterns - Rug & Kilim

Located in Long Island City, NY

The geometric zigzag elements suggest awareness of Native American design traditions, while the overall design approach anticipates mid-century abstract expressionism by decades.

Category

Vintage 1920s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Sterling Silver and Onyx Cross Pendant by Dan Dodson

$450

Sterling Silver and Onyx Cross Pendant by Dan Dodson

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

About the Artist Dan Dodson is a Santa Fe–based silversmith whose work is deeply influenced by Native American design traditions. For over twenty years, his pieces have been recogni...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Authentic Navajo Rug c.1920 – Handwoven Native American Textile Geometric Design

$4,799Sale Price|20% Off

Authentic Navajo Rug c.1920 – Handwoven Native American Textile Geometric Design

Located in Port Washington, NY

Navajo Rug — A Piece of American History! Proud to share this beautiful circa 1920 Navajo rug, a stunning example of early 20th-century Native American weaving.

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

C. 1900 Navajo Rug Handspun Wool Geometric Cross & Arrow Design, Native American

$4,999

C. 1900 Navajo Rug Handspun Wool Geometric Cross & Arrow Design, Native American

Located in Port Washington, NY

This is an appealing example of an early Navajo textile, suitable for collectors of Native American weaving, Southwestern textiles, antique rugs, and Americana.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Native American Navajo Rug, Wool & Cotton, Geometric Medallion Design

$2,300

Vintage Native American Navajo Rug, Wool & Cotton, Geometric Medallion Design

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 3’ x 4’ 4” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: SW America Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear throughout The Persian...

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Native American Navajo Chinle Rug, Handwoven Wool, Banded Stripe Design

$4,400

Vintage Native American Navajo Chinle Rug, Handwoven Wool, Banded Stripe Design

Located in Barrington, IL

This finely hand woven Navajo Chinle rug, dating back to the early 1900s, is a beautiful example of Native American textile artistry from the American Southwest.

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Native American Navajo Rug, Wool & Cotton, Storm Pattern Design, 4' x 6'

$2,500

Vintage Native American Navajo Rug, Wool & Cotton, Storm Pattern Design, 4' x 6'

Located in Barrington, IL

An exceptional example of early 20th-century Native American textile art, this finely woven Navajo rug—circa 1920–1930—features the iconic Storm Pattern, a design rich with spiritual...

Category

Early 20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Contemporary Santa Fe SouthwestModern Desert Southwestern style Flatweave Carpet

$2,399

Contemporary Santa Fe SouthwestModern Desert Southwestern style Flatweave Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

Elevate your living space with the magnetic allure of Southwest Modern design, as this Ganado Southwestern style rug becomes a living embodiment of Contemporary Santa Fe sophisticati...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Navajo Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Handmade Antique Native-American Navajo Rug 4' x 5.10' 1900s - 2B58

$1,788

Handmade Antique Native-American Navajo Rug 4' x 5.10' 1900s - 2B58

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Please note that some of the symbols and patterns on the rug may resemble a swastika; however, these are traditional Native American designs that predate the modern association and c...

Category

Antique Early 1900s Persian Style Rugs

Materials

Wool

Ray Tracey 14k Gold Navajo Feather Drop Earrings Coral Beads

$1,600

Ray Tracey 14k Gold Navajo Feather Drop Earrings Coral Beads

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

CIRCA: 1970s MATERIALS: 14K Gold GEMSTONE: Coral WEIGHT: 2.1 Grams MEASUREMENT: 1 1/2" x 1/4" Product details: These Ray Tracey Navajo feather earrings are crafted in 14k gol...

Category

Vintage 1970s Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

1930 American Navajo Rug Red & Black Sawtooth Diamond Design 2'10" x 6'4" Carpet

$2,300

1930 American Navajo Rug Red & Black Sawtooth Diamond Design 2'10" x 6'4" Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Vintage circa 1930 American Native hand-woven wool rug, 2'10" x 6'4" (34 x 76 in), in red and black tones.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage American Navajo Flat Weave with Geometric Red and Black Design 2'10 x 6

$4,200

Vintage American Navajo Flat Weave with Geometric Red and Black Design 2'10 x 6

Located in Atlanta, GA

SEO Keywords vintage American Navajo flat weave, Navajo geometric rug, red and black Navajo rug, vintage Southwestern textile, geometric Navajo weaving, ivory and gray Navajo rug, h...

Category

Vintage 1970s American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

American Navajo Rug with Geometric All-Over Design in Reds and Browns

$3,500

American Navajo Rug with Geometric All-Over Design in Reds and Browns

Located in Atlanta, GA

Measures: 3'0'' x 4'10''. This intriguing vintage Navajo rug was woven in the United States during the first half of the 20th century. The exciting and unique composition boasts a ca...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Native American Navajo Rug, Banded Stripes Pattern, Southwest Tribal Art

$1,900

Vintage Native American Navajo Rug, Banded Stripes Pattern, Southwest Tribal Art

Located in Barrington, IL

Dimensions: 1' 5" x 2' 7" Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Southwest, United States Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes Cond...

Category

Mid-20th Century American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Tribal Native American Style Rug in Gray, Ivory, Black, and Red

$4,640Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Tribal Native American Style Rug in Gray, Ivory, Black, and Red

Located in Atlanta, GA

Vintage Tribal Native American Rug in Gray, Ivory, Black, and Red Large vintage native American rug with geometric design in red, white and black, Keivan Woven Arts/ rug/R20-18, coun...

Category

Early 20th Century American Navajo North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Standing Guard, Melanie Yazzie, cast, silver, pendant, enhancer, Hopi, Navajo

$575

Standing Guard, Melanie Yazzie, cast, silver, pendant, enhancer, Hopi, Navajo

By Melanie Yazzie

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Standing Guard, Melanie Yazzie cast silver pendant enhancer Hopi Navajo Native American designed Melanie A. Yazzie (Navajo-Diné) is a highly regarded multimedia artist known for her...

Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Jimmy Ernst1970 Signed Limited Edition Large Screen Print III, 1970

$800

1970 Signed Limited Edition Large Screen Print III

By Jimmy Ernst

Located in Rochester Hills, MI

Ernst was always interested in spirituality and drew inspiration from indigenous American art forms such as jazz music and Native American design, along with the lofty structures of ...

Category

1970s Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Screen

Jimmy Ernst1970 Signed Limited Edition Large Screen Print II, 1970

$640Sale Price|20% Off

1970 Signed Limited Edition Large Screen Print II

By Jimmy Ernst

Located in Rochester Hills, MI

Ernst was always interested in spirituality and drew inspiration from indigenous American art forms such as jazz music and Native American design, along with the lofty structures of ...

Category

1970s Abstract Abstract Prints

Materials

Screen

Vintage Eastern European Navajo Design Rug Rare Oversized

$45,000

Vintage Eastern European Navajo Design Rug Rare Oversized

By Navajo

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

This is an exceptional and extremely rare example of Navajo woven textile art from the Four Corners region of the American Southwest. Navajo textiles have been highly valued as trade...

Category

Mid-20th Century Bulgarian Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Navajo Kilim with Tribal Diamond Design in Earthy Tones 5'7 x 9'9

$8,180

Vintage Navajo Kilim with Tribal Diamond Design in Earthy Tones 5'7 x 9'9

Located in Atlanta, GA

American Navajo with geometric diamond design in marigold, gray, black, and ivory.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Large Navajo Tribal Rug with Large Zig-Zag Design in Brown, Ivory

$5,950

Large Navajo Tribal Rug with Large Zig-Zag Design in Brown, Ivory

Located in Atlanta, GA

Native American Navajo tribal rug with large zig-zag design.

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Sterling Silver Turquoise and Topaz Post Earrings by Leo Feeney

$1,250 / set

Sterling Silver Turquoise and Topaz Post Earrings by Leo Feeney

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This move inspired him to study different jewelry styles including the rich history of Native American design. It wasn’t long before he opened a store in a building owned by his fath...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Stud Earrings

Materials

Sterling Silver

Authentic 1920 Navajo Rug Handwoven Wool Geometric Medallion Design, Red & Ivory

$3,199Sale Price|20% Off

Authentic 1920 Navajo Rug Handwoven Wool Geometric Medallion Design, Red & Ivory

Located in Port Washington, NY

This vintage Navajo rug (c. mid-20th century) features a powerful stepped geometric design on a warm ivory field. Two large central medallions dominate the composition, each built fr...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Navajo Transitional Rug Cira 1890 Geometric Meander Key Fret Diamond Design Fine

$7,999Sale Price|20% Off

Navajo Transitional Rug Cira 1890 Geometric Meander Key Fret Diamond Design Fine

Located in Port Washington, NY

This antique Navajo rug, circa 1890, is a striking example from the Transitional Period (roughly 1880–1910) in Navajo weaving history. During this era, Navajo weavers (Diné) shifted ...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Native American North and South Ameri...

Materials

Wool

Navajo with Ganado Red Diamond Design on a Gray Field c.1920

$6,195

Navajo with Ganado Red Diamond Design on a Gray Field c.1920

Located in Hudson, NY

Antique Navajo with repeated diamond design set on a gray field. A flatweave wool rug with a nice weight in excellent condition. The vibrancy of the Ganado red will always be a favor...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Navajo Design Handwoven Tapestry Bird 122cm×203cm Fine Rug 4×7

$1,240Sale Price|20% Off

Vintage Navajo Design Handwoven Tapestry Bird 122cm×203cm Fine Rug 4×7

Located in New York, NY

This Navajo-Style Bird Rug, dating to circa 1930, showcases a bold central bird motif framed by stepped geometric borders and earthy horizontal stripes in brown, cream, black, and ye...

Category

Mid-20th Century Mexican Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Earthy Tones USA Navajo Kilim rug with Black Border Tribal Design

$3,950

Earthy Tones USA Navajo Kilim rug with Black Border Tribal Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

This intriguing antique Navajo Kilim, circa 1940 was woven in the United States during the first half of the 20th century. The exciting and unique composition boasts a captivating ge...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Navajo with Valero Start Design in Red, Ivory, Camel and Gray c.1940

$2,700

Navajo with Valero Start Design in Red, Ivory, Camel and Gray c.1940

Located in Hudson, NY

A Navajo wool flatweave rug with the Valero Start design in red, ivory, camel and gray. Graphic, with a large scale design. The camel border is so cool.

Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th C. Navajo Rug with Semi-Symmetrical All-Over Diamond Design

$6,800

Early 20th C. Navajo Rug with Semi-Symmetrical All-Over Diamond Design

Located in Atlanta, GA

This intriguing antique Navajo rug was woven in the United States during the first half of the 20th century. The exciting and unique composition boasts a captivating geometric compos...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1930s Red and Grey Vintage American Hooked Navajo Rug 4'4" x 7'4"

$9,000

1930s Red and Grey Vintage American Hooked Navajo Rug 4'4" x 7'4"

Located in New York, NY

This exceptional flat weave piece is a striking example of textile artistry produced in the produced in the Native American rug weaving tradition during the interwar period tradition...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Antique Ganado Navajo Rug With Geometric Design in Red, Black, Ivory and Gray

$8,000

Antique Ganado Navajo Rug With Geometric Design in Red, Black, Ivory and Gray

Located in Atlanta, GA

This beautiful antique Navajo textile is from the Ganado region and features a carded gray field with aniline-dyed red and black diamond crosses. The unique border of ivory has a rep...

Category

Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Multi Stone Silver Ring Size 7 ¼ by Leo Feeney

$995

Multi Stone Silver Ring Size 7 ¼ by Leo Feeney

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This move inspired him to study different jewelry styles including the rich history of Native American design. It wasn’t long before he opened a store in a building owned by his fath...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Cluster Rings

Materials

Silver

Handmade Antique Natice-American Navajo Rug 3.8' x 6.1' 1900s - 2B57

$1,788

Handmade Antique Natice-American Navajo Rug 3.8' x 6.1' 1900s - 2B57

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Please note that some of the symbols and patterns on the rug may resemble a swastika; however, these are traditional Native American designs that predate the modern association and c...

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Antique Early 1900s Persian Style Rugs

Materials

Wool

Contemporary Santa Fe SouthwestModern Desert Southwestern style Flatweave Carpet

$1,350

Contemporary Santa Fe SouthwestModern Desert Southwestern style Flatweave Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

A seamless fusion of Contemporary Santa Fe and Native American design influences, this Southwest kilim runner is crafted for Desert Modern interiors, offering a visual delight of int...

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21st Century and Contemporary South Asian Navajo Indian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Navajo Pictorial rug with Corn Design 4'6'' x 8'8''

$10,350

Early 20th Century Navajo Pictorial rug with Corn Design 4'6'' x 8'8''

Located in New York, NY

Condition: good. Antique Native American Navajo Allover Geometric Design Flat Weave Rug, Country of Origin: Native American Rugs, Circa Date: 1925.

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Vintage 1920s American Navajo North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century American Navajo Rug 4'9" x 10'8"

$22,500

Early 20th Century American Navajo Rug 4'9" x 10'8"

Located in New York, NY

The piece is a remarkable example of Native American rugs from the Southwest. Designed as a long and narrow rug, this piece offers unique versatility for modern interiors, anchoring ...

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Vintage 1930s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

Heavy Gauge Sterling Silver Chip Inlay Bracelet by Ray Begay (Navajo)

$1,350

Heavy Gauge Sterling Silver Chip Inlay Bracelet by Ray Begay (Navajo)

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This distinctive sterling silver cuff by Navajo silversmith Ray Begay features a Zuni-inspired fetish bear motif alongside a variety of traditional Native American design elements. C...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Early 20th Century American Navajo Carpet 3' 2"x4' 9"

$6,000

Early 20th Century American Navajo Carpet 3' 2"x4' 9"

Located in New York, NY

Condition: good. Antique Navajo Native American Greek Key / Running Dog design Flat Weave Rug handcrafted, Circa Date: 1930s.

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Vintage 1930s American North and South American Rugs

Materials

Wool

1920's American Folk Art Textile, Southwestern-Style Southwest Modern Carpet

$2,099

1920's American Folk Art Textile, Southwestern-Style Southwest Modern Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

This handwoven wool antique transitional Southwestern-style kilim captures the eye with its harmonious blend of geometric precision and earthy elegance, embodying a rich cultural his...

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Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern North and South American ...

Materials

Wool

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Navajo Handwoven Transitional Textile, Early 20th Century

Unavailable

H 70 in W 49.5 in D 0.25 in

Navajo Handwoven Transitional Textile, Early 20th Century

Located in Cookeville, TN

This antique wool rug features a Native American design after a Ganado pattern of stepped diamonds, cross-shapes, and hooks over a red ground.

Category

Early 20th Century American Navajo Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Very Early Native American Gourd by Robert Rivera, New Mexico

Unavailable

H 8 in Dm 12 in

Very Early Native American Gourd by Robert Rivera, New Mexico

By Robert Rivera

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The gourd is hollowed out and painted with Navajo and Hopi Native American Indian designs. The primary colors are black and a pale grey with a hint of lavender.

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Late 20th Century American Native American Objects

Nice Unique Looking Vintage Navajo Trading Post Rug, circa 1920s, Stacked Design

Unavailable

H 0.25 in W 54 in D 78 in

Nice Unique Looking Vintage Navajo Trading Post Rug, circa 1920s, Stacked Design

By Navajo Indian Art

Located in Pasadena, CA

This interesting looking circa 1920s Navajo rug is woven from hand spun Churro Or Merino wool. The design is stacked triangles and is has a nice tight weave. It measures 4.6" x 6.6".

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Vintage 1920s Native American Native American Objects

Materials

Wool

Large Vintage Scandinavian Vase

Unavailable

H 14.5 in W 4.5 in D 4.5 in

Large Vintage Scandinavian Vase

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

Features a grey tribal pattern, reminiscent of Native American designs.

Category

Mid-20th Century Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Fine Vintage Mata Ortiz Blackware Vase David Ortiz Interior Design

Unavailable

H 5.91 in W 7.09 in D 7.09 in

Fine Vintage Mata Ortiz Blackware Vase David Ortiz Interior Design

Located in London, GB

Fine Mata Ortiz Blackware pottery vase by the artist David Ortiz A superb black on black pottery vase with eye dazzling design makes a great piece for interior design or collecto...

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20th Century Mexican Native American Objects

Materials

Pottery

Stunning Huge Vintage Mata Ortiz Blackware Vase Gloria Hernadez Interior Design

Unavailable

H 13 in W 11.82 in D 13 in

Stunning Huge Vintage Mata Ortiz Blackware Vase Gloria Hernadez Interior Design

Located in London, GB

Stunning huge Mata Ortiz Blackware pottery vase by the artist Gloria Hernandea A superb black on black pottery vase with eye dazzling design makes a great piece for interior des...

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20th Century Mexican Native American Objects

Materials

Stone

Navajo Native American Signed Tommie Charlie Silver Cuff Bracelet and Ring

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Navajo Native American Signed Tommie Charlie Silver Cuff Bracelet and Ring

Located in BLOOMINGTON,, MN

Jewelry is signed TC for Tommie Charlie a Navajo Native American designer. Bracelet and ring are done in a very traditional Native American design inspired by Mexico silversmiths.

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Late 20th Century More Jewelry

Jaque FraguaGuns Ammo Land, 2019

Unavailable

H 27 in W 25 in D 3 in

Guns Ammo Land

By Jaque Fragua

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Jaque Fragua is an artist from Jemez Pueblo, New Mexico, whose work features visions drawn from traditional Native American ceramics, blankets, tattoo designs and more.

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Neon Light

Jaque FraguaSold Out, 2016

Unavailable

H 29 in W 48.5 in

Sold Out

By Jaque Fragua

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Fragua authentically repurposes his culture’s iconography, which conceptually subverts the overconsumption of misappropriated Native American design and identity.

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Neon Light

Jaque FraguaCeci N'est Pas Une Pipe, 2016

Unavailable

H 16.5 in W 48.25 in

Ceci N'est Pas Une Pipe

By Jaque Fragua

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Fragua authentically repurposes his culture’s iconography, which conceptually subverts the overconsumption of misappropriated Native American design and identity.

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Neon Light

Jaque FraguaDrive Through Liquor, 2016

Unavailable

H 24 in W 23.75 in

Drive Through Liquor

By Jaque Fragua

Located in Santa Fe, NM

Fragua authentically repurposes his culture’s iconography, which conceptually subverts the overconsumption of misappropriated Native American design and identity.

Category

2010s Contemporary Sculptures

Materials

Neon Light

Vintage Silver & Turquoise Native American Handmade Brooch

Unavailable

H 1 in W 2.5 in D 0.25 in

Vintage Silver & Turquoise Native American Handmade Brooch

Located in Seguin, TX

Vintage circa 1960's artistic handmade silver and turquoise Native American brooch. Filigree design using silver strips quillwork, bezel set hand formed turquoise cabochons.

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Mid-20th Century American Native American Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Native American Multistrand Heishe Bead Necklace with Carved Turquoise Pendant

Unavailable

Native American Multistrand Heishe Bead Necklace with Carved Turquoise Pendant

Located in Pahrump, NV

The necklace is new. The design is Native American although the idea of the added turquoise is mine.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Other, Silver, Sterling Silver

Glenna GoodacreGlenna Goodacre Buffalo Dance Bronze Relief Sculpture Native American Signed Art, 1989

Unavailable

H 60 in W 84 in

Glenna Goodacre Buffalo Dance Bronze Relief Sculpture Native American Signed Art

By Glenna Goodacre

Located in Bloomington, MN

The entire bodies of these celebrated Native Americans are designed with Goodacre's fascinating genius, decorated with intricate detail and finished with alluring patina.

Category

1980s Expressionist Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Dan GarrettDan Garrett Native American Bronze Relief Sculpture Bear Medicine Man Signed Art, 1987

Unavailable

H 19 in W 4 in D 12 in

Dan Garrett Native American Bronze Relief Sculpture Bear Medicine Man Signed Art

By Dan Garrett

Located in Bloomington, MN

The entire body of the distinguished Native American is designed with Garrett's fascinating genius, decorated with intricate detail and finished with alluring patina.

Category

1980s Folk Art Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pre-appraised Natural Coral & Turquoise Necklace Set w/ Turquoise Nugget Pendant

Unavailable

Pre-appraised Natural Coral & Turquoise Necklace Set w/ Turquoise Nugget Pendant

By Samuel Edwards Jewelry Design

Located in Pahrump, NV

This multi-strand necklace is natural red coral and turquoise with gold-tone spacer accents. The classic three strands includes a natural turquoise nugget pendant. The set includes c...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Multi-Strand Neck...

Materials

Coral, Turquoise

Mission Rattlesnake Design Tray

Unavailable

H 2.5 in Dm 12 in

Mission Rattlesnake Design Tray

Located in Tucson, AZ

Rare Mission basket rattlesnake design. This basket was made in the 1920s near San Diego California. Similar baskets can be found at the Palm Springs Art Museum. Acquired out of a pr...

Category

Vintage 1930s American Native American Bowls and Baskets

Exolette Royston Turquoise 14k Gold Pendant on Jade Turquoise & Silver Necklace

Unavailable

Exolette Royston Turquoise 14k Gold Pendant on Jade Turquoise & Silver Necklace

By Samuel Edwards Jewelry Design

Located in Pahrump, NV

This Royston turquoise and 14k gold pendant on a jade and turquoise necklace is my own original design. Using a rare and valuable piece of highly polished turquoise from the Royston ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Turquoise Matrix, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Papago Hand Woven Covered Basket Turtle Design

Unavailable

H 5 in W 8.25 in D 9.5 in

Vintage Papago Hand Woven Covered Basket Turtle Design

Located in Seguin, TX

Vintage lidded handwoven Papago Indian basket with turtle motif. Original hinges are missing, minor fading.

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Early 20th Century American Native American Decorative Baskets

Materials

Raffia

Large Apache Tray with Whirlwind Design on Stand

Unavailable

H 19 in W 19 in D 4 in

Large Apache Tray with Whirlwind Design on Stand

Located in Tucson, AZ

Extra large Navajo 19th century Apache tray with custom stand. Whirlwind design. Can be hung by the stand on the wall or as a tabletop stand.

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Antique 1890s American Native American Decorative Baskets

Materials

Willow

Contemporary Tammy Garcia Avanyu Bronze Sculpture

Unavailable

H 11 in W 21.25 in D 1 in

Contemporary Tammy Garcia Avanyu Bronze Sculpture

Located in Seguin, TX

Circa 2005 bronze patinated sculpture plaque titled “Avanyu” By Tammy Garcia (b. 1969) Santa Clara Pueblo. Signed lower right edge, numbered 22/35. Tammy Garcia, renowned Pueblo po...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Kenneth Begay Signed Navajo Sterling Silver Cigarette Box White Hogan Vintage

Unavailable

W 4.61 in D 1.19 in L 3.08 in

Kenneth Begay Signed Navajo Sterling Silver Cigarette Box White Hogan Vintage

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Their silversmiths are world renowned. many members from their stable of past artisans are not only world famous but have had lasting documented impact in the world of modern Navajo ...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Artisan Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sterling Silver

Doug GrouppBird Frog Man, 1996

Unavailable

H 48 in W 42 in D 1.5 in

Bird Frog Man

By Doug Groupp

Located in New York, NY

He chooses imagery based on their line form and nostalgic quality and combines the seemingly disparate elements of idyllic childhood whimsy, superfluous everyday objects, Native-Amer...

Category

1990s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Oil, Acrylic, Screen

Doug GrouppAero_TeddyBear, 2012

Unavailable

H 52 in W 70 in D 1.25 in

Aero_TeddyBear

By Doug Groupp

Located in New York, NY

He chooses imagery based on their line form and nostalgic quality and combines the seemingly disparate elements of idyllic childhood whimsy, superfluous everyday objects, Native-Amer...

Category

2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Acrylic, Screen

Doug GrouppIn God We Trust, 2011

Unavailable

H 42 in W 48 in D 1.25 in

In God We Trust

By Doug Groupp

Located in New York, NY

He chooses imagery based on their line form and nostalgic quality and combines the seemingly disparate elements of idyllic childhood whimsy, superfluous everyday objects, Native-Amer...

Category

2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Screen

Doug GrouppTotem Buggy, 2011

Unavailable

H 44 in W 60 in D 1.25 in

Totem Buggy

By Doug Groupp

Located in New York, NY

He chooses imagery based on their line form and nostalgic quality and combines the seemingly disparate elements of idyllic childhood whimsy, superfluous everyday objects, Native-Amer...

Category

2010s Contemporary Mixed Media

Materials

Canvas, Acrylic, Screen

Navajo or Zuni Morency Turquoise stone Squash Blossom Necklace

Unavailable

H 13 in L 23 in

Navajo or Zuni Morency Turquoise stone Squash Blossom Necklace

Located in Paris, FR

This magnificent squash blossom and naja necklace is a very fine example of Native American silversmithing and design. the length of the necklace is 23 inches and the Naja Width at...

Category

Vintage 1960s More Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Solid 14k Yellow Gold Native American Design 6.9mm Wide Open Cuff Bracelet

Sold

L 6.5 in

Solid 14k Yellow Gold Native American Design 6.9mm Wide Open Cuff Bracelet

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 18.5 Grams Chain Type: Textured Native American Design Open Cuff Length: Will fit up to a 6.5 inch wrist.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Native American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Native American Design For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal native American design for your home. Each native American design for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using fabric, wool and ceramic. There are 30 variations of the antique or vintage native American design you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect native American design — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. Each native American design bearing Folk Art hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one native American design that is appealing in its simplicity, but Pendleton Woolen Mills, Pendleton Blanket Company and Berber Tribes of Morocco produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Native American Design?

Prices for a native American design can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $175 and can go as high as $8,750, while the average can fetch as much as $823.

Questions About Native American Design

What is a Native American artifact?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
A Native American artifact is any object that provides insight into the lives and history of native people in America. These items range from carved stone pipes, weapons for hunting, tools for cooking, pottery, jewelry and more. Find a collection of artifacts on 1stDibs today.
What are Native American drums called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What Native American drums are called varies by type. Ones designed to rest in the player's lap are hand drums, while instruments that hold water used primarily by the Iroquois and Yaqui are water drums. Large freestanding drums that produce loud percussive sounds are powwow drums. The Aztec and Hopi used foot drums. You'll find a range of Native American drums on 1stDibs.
What are Native American slippers called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Native American slippers are called moccasins. Moccasins are characterized by their U-shaped puckered toe design and are crafted with various leathers such as sheepskin or buffalo. They may or may not be decorated with beading. Shop a collection of authentic moccasins from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
What are Native American beads called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
It depends on which region the beads were made since they were created out of available materials found in the land around them. In the Eastern Woodlands, white and purple marine shell beads were called “wampum”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
What are Native American blankets called?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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.
What does the Native American headdress symbolize?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What a Native American headdress represents depends on what tribe produced it. In general, headdresses may symbolize a person's status within the tribe or serve as a sign of bravery during battle. You'll find a selection of Native American headdresses on 1stDibs.
How do I identify Native American baskets?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To identify Native American baskets, you can research the patterns using authoritative online resources to try and determine which tribe produced it. However, many replicas exist and there are many tribes that produced baskets. As a result, it is a good idea to consult a licensed appraiser. On 1stDibs, find a variety of expertly vetted Native American baskets.
How do I identify Native American beadwork?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
To identify Native American beadwork, first consider the materials. Indigenous American artisans often produce beads out of glass and natural materials, such as shells, bone and wood, and use metal and plastic in their pieces less frequently. Older pieces will usually be held together by sinew, while newer examples will typically feature thread. Regardless of age, Native American beadwork will typically be expertly crafted, so pieces usually have tight, even stitching with no visible gaps. Familiarizing yourself with stitching techniques used by various tribes can also be helpful. You can find images of authentic beadwork on trusted online resources to refer to as you complete the identification process. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your piece. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of textiles and garments that feature Native American beadwork.
What does moccasins mean in Native American?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
In the Native American language of Powhatan spoken by the Algonquian indigenous people, moccasin refers to a hand-sewn suede bootie. Today, people may call any shoes that feature stitched round toes by the name. Shop a variety of moccasins on 1stDibs.
What are Native American dolls called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a wide array of different dolls made by the various tribes of Native American peoples. Some of the most well-known are the kachinas made by the Navajo, Hopi and Pueblo peoples. Shop an array of Native American dolls on 1stDibs.
What did Native Americans use for baskets?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What Native Americans used to produce baskets varied from tribe to tribe. Generally, craftsmen used whatever materials were readily available. In the Northeast, sweet grass was a common material, while pine needles and wicker are frequently found in baskets produced by tribes in the Southeast. Find a range of vintage and antique baskets on 1stDibs.
Which Native American tribe is known for pottery?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
A number of Native American tribes are known for pottery, including the Cheyenne, Cherokees, Hopi, Iroquois, Navajo Pueblo and Shoshone. Artisans from each indigenous group have their own style. For example, Hopi pottery is often a red-brown color and decorated with black designs, while Navajo pottery is deeper brown and usually has a high-gloss finish. Find a selection of Native American pottery on 1stDibs.
How can I tell if Native American jewelry is real?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
To tell if Native American jewelry is real, have it evaluated by a licensed and experienced appraiser. Because every tribe has its own designs and identifying characteristics, it is usually not possible to determine authenticity using only online resources. Find a collection of expertly vetted Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.
What do rattles symbolize in Native American culture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
What rattles symbolize in Native American culture varies from tribe to tribe. Some indigenous people believe they serve as connections between the natural and spiritual worlds. Others believe they represent the ties between animals, plants and minerals. In addition, rattles sometimes symbolize independence. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Native American rattles.
Is Native American jewelry worth anything?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
Yes, some Native American jewelry is worth something. As with other types of jewelry, many pieces are made of fine materials, such as sterling silver, turquoise, jasper and lapis lazuli. Jewelry produced by Native American artists may also have value based on its age, style, type and other factors. Find a large selection of Native American jewelry on 1stDibs.
What are the two different types of Native American beadwork?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
The two types of Native American beadwork are called the “lazy stitch” or “lane stitch” and the “tack stitch” or “flat stitch”. You can shop a collection of Native American beadwork from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
Which designer was credited with inventing American sportswear?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024
The designer most often credited with inventing American sportswear is Claire McCardell. During the early 20th century, she created ready-to-wear apparel for women that was visually appealing but casual enough for everyday wear. Her brand was called Claire McCardell Clothes by Townley. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of women's vintage apparel.
Which designer was called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
Claire McCardell was the designer often called the Mother of American Fashion in the 1940s. An American designer, she helped introduce women's sportswear to the United States and was particularly well-known for her bias-cut, loose-fitting Monastic dress. When World War II broke out in the 1940s, she designed pieces out of readily available materials like denim, calico and wool jersey, introducing new fabrics for women's clothing that would remain popular well after the close of the war. Many people point to McCardell as one of the first successful American fashion designers. Shop a collection of Claire McCardell apparel on 1stDibs.