Two Grey Hills Rugs and Carpets

The “Court Series” rugs are hand tufted with blended wool and viscose material dyed in hyper-saturated colors, with tennis court-like geometries repre...

Contemporary Berber Hills handmade wool by Kim Alexandriuk for Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 11'5" × 15'8" (347 × 477 cm). Kim Alexandriuk was raised in Germany and got her education in f...

A vintage American rag rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 6" x 5' 8" North American rugs & carpets: North American has never developed a unified handmade rug tradition, but rather it is the unassimilated confluence of several. From Mexico comes the Saltillo serape wearing blanket, and this stimulates the Navajo and Rio Grande (Colorado) weavers, first as blankets, then as rugs. The thrifty habits of rural America gave rise to the New England (and Western Canadian) hooked rug types, while the farmers of the Midwest recycled their disused garments into braided and rag rugs. The closest to a real ongoing tradition are the Southwestern (New Mexican) Navajo rugs. By the 1860s the native tribes were weaving wearing blankets with wool from the Spanish churro sheep. These were in stripe design, with combinations of undyed wool with cochineal reds and indigo blues. The multi-phase “Chief’s Blankets” from the 1870s-80s are a natural outgrowth of these. Machine spun red wool from Germantown in Pennsylvania appeared in the 1870s with a bright red hitherto unobtainable. The weavers loved it and blankets appeared with bright reds, generally aniline, in “eye dazzler” patterns. Anglo traders established posts beginning in the 1890s. Navajo weavings were perfect accompaniments not only for Western-themed decors, but for East Coast apartments, only they needed to be thicker and more rug like to be truly accepted. The traders brought Caucasian and Turkish village rugs to copy, borders were introduced and central medallions devised. The weavers continued to create on vertical looms, with a shared warp (dovetailing) weft structure to avoid slits. The warps were cotton string. Sizes were generally scatters, but occasionally a special order came in, hence antique room size Navajos are very rare and very pricey. Distinct village/pueblo styles developed. Among the best are: Two Grey Hills (considered the tightest, closest of all Navajo weaving), Crystal Springs, and Ganado. Certain new patterns such as the “Storm pattern” with jagged lightning bolts emanating from a dark cloud developed. The Yei rug with dancing Kachina doll figures became popular. The palette has been expanded beyond the classic grey, tan, dark brown, and cream natural wool combination to again include reds, blues, and greens. Navajo pictorials include American flags, trains, and automobiles, domestic and local scenes and scenery. Individual artist weavers now command gallery shows and correspondingly elevated prices. There are several levels of Navajo work, and antique and vintage scatters with simple flat designs, medium weaves, and tritonal palettes, and in good floor worthy condition are still available reasonably. The Native American weaving tradition extends into Colorado with two-piece scatters with sharp sawtooth medallions and striped end borders, with wool tapestry weave on cotton warps. These descend from the Saltillo blankets...

This exquisite circa 1920s Navajo (Diné) Crystal Trading Post rug is a superb example of early 20th-century Southwestern textile artistry. Handwoven from high-quality native wool, th...

Antique Art Nouveau American Hooked Rug, United States, c. 1920. Size: 5 ft 7 in x 8 ft (1.7 m x 2.44 m) This marvelous antique hooked rug, an exceptional piece produced in the United States during the early decades of the twentieth century, features an allover design of stylized flowers and tendrils an almost hypnotic composition. Featuring an eye-catching color pallet of reds, greens, and blues, this exquisite hooked rug typifies the aesthetic values held in highest regard by the Art Nouveau movement. Creating an impression of activity and liveliness, the fine design of this rug exemplifies the vigor and vitality of the best Art Nouveau compositions. The dynamic energy of the swirling tendrils of alternating greens and violets set against the mesmerizing, staid red that dominates the piece creates an impression of movement. Boasting a fetching symmetry, this beautiful antique rug shows four stunning corners, pointedly defined by highly stylized vases, each of which houses a gorgeous arrangement of red flowers. Exquisite detail and dynamic energy reverberate throughout this remarkable antique Art Nouveau carpet...

Antique American Hooked rug featuring colorful pictorial village scene, rug s12-0806, country of origin / type: United States / Hooked, circa 1920 This American Hooked rug depicts...

This vintage American Southwestern kilim rug, handwoven in the late 20th century, beautifully captures the essence of traditional Southwestern textile art. Featuring a bold dark gree...

Navajo rugs and blankets are textiles produced by Navajo people of the Four Corners area of the United States. Navajo textiles are highly regarded and have been sought after as trade...

Add timeless charm and cultural richness to your space with this vintage American Southwestern kilim area rug, dating back to the late 20th century. Featuring a striking stripe pattern inspired by traditional Southwestern Chinle rugs, this handcrafted textile showcases classic Southwestern earth tone colors including gray, ivory, pink, and brown. Woven with wool on a cotton foundation, this flat weave rug reflects the artistry of Southwestern weaving traditions. Known for their use of natural organic dyes derived from local resources, Southwestern-style rugs often feature bold geometric designs rich in symbolic and cultural meaning. Whether you're curating a boho, rustic, or desert-inspired décor, this authentic Southwestern kilim rug offers both visual appeal and heritage value—perfect as an area rug, wall hanging, or statement piece in your home. Dimensions: 29” x 60” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: United States Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with natural vegetable dyes Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot, SKU: 2168 Serape Rugs...

This early 20th century Navajo rug is a striking example of Indigenous textile artistry—woven with natural wool in a bold, graphic composition that feels at once timeless and modern....

Bring authentic Southwestern charm into your space with this vintage Saltillo kilim rug, beautifully handwoven in the mid-1900s. Featuring a soft ivory background, this finely crafte...

This vintage American Southwestern kilim, handwoven in the late 1900s, features a finely detailed design and a soft pale blue or gray background that sets a calming tone. Richly decorated with colorful stripes and arrowhead motifs in red, ivory, black, and yellow, this rug is a vibrant yet balanced example of Southwestern textile artistry. The top and bottom of the rug are bordered with striking red, ivory, and black striped patterns, beautifully framing the centerpiece—a distinct central medallion featuring a stylized bird design in ivory, red, and black, symbolizing freedom and connection to nature in many Native-inspired traditions. Woven with precision and care, this flat-weave kilim rug is as functional as it is decorative. Its lightweight, reversible construction makes it suitable for use as a floor covering or as wall art or tapestry, adding warmth and cultural depth to any space. Ideal for bohemian, rustic, desert-modern, or eclectic interiors, this piece is a true blend of artistry, history, and versatility. Dimensions: 4’ 3” x 6’ 6” Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: United States Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with natural vegetable dyes Condition: Excellent The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1995 Bohemian, Rustic, Desert-Modern, Eclectic Interiors, Serape Rugs, Serape Blankets, Mexican Serape Blankets, Chimayo Rugs...