Lou Gartner Rugs and Carpets

Add timeless style and cultural depth to your space with this vintage Native American Navajo area rug, handwoven in the Southwestern United States and featuring a warm, earthy color palette of brick red, brown, black, ivory, and gray. Crafted during the mid-20th century, this rug is a stunning representation of authentic Navajo textile art. Made using traditional flat weave techniques, the rug is woven with handspun wool and a cotton foundation, reflecting the skill and heritage of generations of Navajo artisans. The rich colors are achieved through natural, organic dyes sourced from the surrounding land, giving the piece a true connection to its origins. The rug showcases geometric patterns and symbolic motifs, each deeply rooted in Navajo cultural and spiritual beliefs. These designs are more than just decorative—they carry stories, values, and meanings that have been preserved for centuries. Dimensions: 38” x 61” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Southwest, United States Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2151 Navajo Rugs, Vintage Navajo Rugs, Vintage American Indian Rugs...

Not Navajo, but Mexican, as indicated by the two-piece construction and the stylized Aztec peasant composite figure. Very wide palette including: off white, beige, black, straw, oran...

This exquisite vintage Navajo rug, dating from the mid-20th century, is a striking example of traditional Native American textile art. Handwoven by a Navajo artisan, the piece featur...

This vintage Navajo area rug, handwoven in the late 20th century, is a striking example of Native American textile artistry, showcasing a distinctive wide band pattern in an earthy yet vibrant palette of ivory, rust, purple, and yellow.  Crafted using time-honored flat-weave techniques, the rug features a wool body on a cotton foundation. The geometric design elements are not merely decorative—they often carry deep spiritual and cultural significance, passed down through generations of Navajo artisans. Dyes are traditionally sourced from the natural environment surrounding the tribal lands, resulting in richly nuanced colors achieved through plant-based and mineral pigments. This thoughtful use of natural materials enhances both the beauty and integrity of the piece. Dimensions: 1’ 7” x 2’ 8” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: SW United States Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 1959 Navajo Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Sustainability, Allover Design Rug, Vintage American Folk...

Mid 20th Century Nautical American Hooked Rug ( 2'7" x 3'2" - 80 x 98 )

This beautiful vintage Navajo rug from the Southwestern United States captures the spirit and colors of the iconic desert landscapes surrounding Monument Valley and Canyon de Chelly....

This vintage Native American Navajo area rug, woven circa the mid-20th century, features a striking triple medallion pattern set against a clean ivory background. Bold red, burgundy, and black motifs form the medallions, framed elegantly by narrow border stripes at each end in coordinating burgundy and black. Expertly flat woven in wool on a traditional cotton foundation, this rug reflects the skill and cultural heritage of Navajo weavers, who use natural organic dyes sourced from the landscapes around their tribal lands. The result is a beautifully rich color palette that remains vibrant and timeless. The geometric designs and symbolic patterns in Navajo rugs are deeply meaningful, often representing spiritual beliefs, storytelling traditions, and a connection to nature. This piece can be displayed as a decorative rug, wall hanging, or collector’s textile, bringing authenticity and Southwestern charm to any space. Dimensions: 19” x 40” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Southwest, United States Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU: 2167 Ivory Color Rugs, Geometric Pattern Navajo Rugs, Navajo Rugs, Vintage Navajo Rugs, Vintage American Indian Rugs...

An exceptional example of Native American textile artistry, this vintage Navajo rug from the first half of the 20th century features the iconic "Eye Dazzler" pattern. Handwoven in t...

This large-scale vintage needlepoint rug / tapestry features a striking black ground, punctuated by alternating large and small bouquets of multicolored flowers. The floral motifs ar...

Mid 20th Century American Hooked Rug ( 1'9" x 2'8" - 54 x 82 ) Vintage American American Hooked Rug Multicolor 1950s, Circa Date: 1950s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the endur...

This vintage Native American Navajo rug, woven circa the mid-1900s, features the iconic Chief Blanket pattern, a bold and culturally significant design within Navajo weaving traditio...

This striking vintage American Navajo rug, woven in the mid-20th century in the Southwestern United States, is a vivid example of the celebrated Eye Dazzler pattern—one of the most v...