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Mexican Indian Tree of Life Bolster Pillow

About the Item

This pillow was constructed from a Navajo Tree of Life weaving from the Cedar Ridge area in the northern part of the Navajo Nation and dates to the 1940s. Pictured in this weaving are a classic array of pastel colored birds perched on and around the Tree of Life. The background is cream with the tree in a darker gray. Aniline dyes were used in the portion of the weaving that depicts the birds. The pillow is backed in gray cotton linen and is down and feather filled with bottom zipper closures. It was made by El Paso saddle blanket company in Texas.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24 in (60.96 cm)Width: 34 in (86.36 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Navajo (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1940-1945
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very Good Condition with All Threads in Place.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Mexican Indian Tree of Life Pillow1stDibs: LU79711155748
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