Vintage Navajo Rug Bag with Diamond Pattern in Ivory, Red, Gray & Black

A captivating example of early 20th-century Navajo textile artistry, this vintage rug from the American Southwest showcases the renowned Eye Dazzler pattern, celebrated for its bold ...

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 and cultural symbolism. Originating from the American Southwest, this piece reflects the high artistry of one of the most respected Navajo weaving families, celebrated for their technical mastery and innovative color work. Woven in wool with a likely cotton foundation, this flat-weave rug presents a refined and balanced palette of soft gray, deep black, ivory, and bold red. The Storm Warrior motif is rendered with remarkable clarity and symmetry, imbuing the rug with a strong visual rhythm and narrative depth. The interplay of color and form creates a powerful presence, making it a standout piece for collectors and connoisseurs of Indigenous American art. Natural, plant- and mineral-based dyes lend authenticity and subtle tonal variation, in keeping with traditional Navajo practices that emphasize harmony with the surrounding landscape. The geometric designs—more than mere decoration—carry profound cultural and spiritual meanings, often relating to protection, life paths, and the interconnectedness of nature. This rug is not only a decorative statement but a museum-quality artifact that honors the legacy of Navajo weaving and the enduring strength of Indigenous craftsmanship. Dimensions: 3’ 8” x 5’ 11” Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: SW America Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with natural vegetable dyes Condition: Good The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1983 Navajo Storm Pattern rug, vintage Native American rug, early 20th century Navajo textile, collectible tribal rug, gray red black Navajo rug, handwoven Navajo art, antique Native American weaving, Southwestern wool rug, Indigenous American design, Navajo Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Sustainability, Allover Design Rug, Vintage American Folk...

This vintage Native American Navajo area rug, woven circa the mid-1900s, features a bold and traditional diamond pattern in a warm, earthy palette of gray, ivory, brown, and black. A striking example of Navajo textile artistry, this rug embodies the cultural depth and expert craftsmanship passed down through generations of Navajo weavers. Handcrafted using a flat-weave technique, this rug is made with wool fibers and traditionally set on a cotton foundation. The natural dyes—sourced organically from the surrounding lands—add authenticity and subtle beauty to the geometric design, which carries spiritual and symbolic meanings deeply rooted in Navajo tradition. Whether used as a decorative floor piece or displayed as wall art or tapestry, this authentic mid-century Navajo rug adds character, heritage, and timeless Southwestern elegance to any space. Dimensions: 30” x 50” 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, SKU: 2197 Gray Color Navajo Rugs, Diamond Pattern Navajo Rugs, Navajo Rugs, Vintage Navajo Rugs, Vintage American Indian Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Sustainability, Vintage American Folk Art, Native American Rugs, Americana, Native American Tribal Rugs, Two Gray Hills Rugs, Saddle Blankets, Native American Folk Art, Vintage Navajo Kilim Rugs, Navajo Weavings, Navajo Saddle Blankets, Antique Navajo Blankets.

A striking example of mid-20th century Native American textile artistry, this vintage Navajo rug from the American Southwest features the revered Storm Pattern, a sacred and culturally significant motif within Navajo weaving traditions. Handwoven in wool on a cotton foundation, this flat-weave textile showcases the signature craftsmanship and spiritual symbolism passed down through generations of Navajo artisans. Set against a rich maroon-red ground, two powerful medallions in ivory, gray, and black form a bold visual axis, creating an “eye-dazzler” effect emblematic of the style. The precise geometry and rhythmic symmetry of the design echo the natural harmony and cosmological beliefs central to Navajo culture. Crafted using hand-dyed, natural pigments sourced from the land—such as vegetal, mineral, and sometimes insect-based dyes—this rug embodies a deep connection between material, maker, and environment. Its balanced palette and dynamic composition make it equally suited for display as a wall hanging or as a floor covering in a sophisticated, collector-level interior. Whether appreciated for its cultural significance, decorative power, or artisanal technique, this Navajo Storm Pattern rug is a remarkable and authentic artifact of Indigenous American design. Dimensions: 1’ 8” x 3’ 1” Date of Manufacture: 2nd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: SW America Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with natural vegetable dyes Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot Gallery, SKU 1719 Navajo storm pattern rug, vintage Native American rug, mid-century Navajo textile, eye dazzler rug, maroon Navajo rug, geometric tribal rug, collectible Navajo weaving, antique Native American art, Southwestern wool rug, Navajo Rugs, Antique Rug, Antique Rugs, Antique Carpets, Vintage Carpets, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Vintage American Folk Art, Native American Rugs, Americana, Native American Tribal Rugs, Two Gray Hills Rugs, Native American Folk Art, Vintage Navajo Kilim Rugs, American Oriental Rug, Eye Dazzler, Vintage Navajo Blanket...

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A highly decorative 20th-century American Navajo rug with a geometric tribal design with pink, cream ,camel and brown accents Measures: 3'5'' x 6'2''.