Native American North and South American Rugs
NATIVE AMERICAN STYLE
Native American broadly describes any Indigenous people in North America and encompasses hundreds of tribes and groups, all with distinct cultures. Native American–style furniture and decor likewise varies widely, from pieces created by Indigenous people to those appropriated by non-native designers.
Indigenous furniture’s rich heritage includes the bentwood boxes of the Northwest Coast carved from cedar for storing household or ceremonial objects. Generations of Native American people have made baskets for holding household items, with those in the Northeast using sweetgrass and those in the Southeast using pine needles and wicker. Artisans in the Plateau region wove watertight pieces like cradles from plant materials. Although these objects were intricately made, they were usually utilitarian rather than decorative.
The colonization of North America and the removal of Indigenous people from their lands led to the suppression of these practices. Many styles that used Native American motifs — such as Southwestern style, which was heavily influenced by the geometric patterns of Navajo textiles — have historically not involved Indigenous creators and, instead, have taken their traditions without their tribal context.
When decorating a home with Native American–style furniture, it is important to do so respectfully, by understanding the origins of motifs and objects and examining who profits from their sale. There are now Indigenous-led companies, such as Cherokee designer Cray Bauxmont-Flynn’s Amatoya and Totem House Design, promoting Indigenous work in furniture and home decor. Supporting Indigenous artists and artisans is essential to confronting the still pervasive issue of cultural appropriation in design.
Find a collection of Native American living room furniture, folk art, rugs and carpets, decorative objects and other items on 1stDibs.
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Style: Native American
Vintage USA Navajo Flat-Weave in Earthy Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
This intriguing antique Navajo Kilim, circa 1950 was woven in the United States during the mid-20th century. The exciting and unique composition boasts a captivating geometric compos...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Navajo Rug 1930s, Chinle Stripe & Diamond Pattern Ivory Camel Brown Blue Red
By Navajo
Located in Denver, CO
Vintage circa 1930 Navajo Trading Post Rug from Chinle, Arizona. Woven of native handspun wool in natural fleece colors of ivory (white) and brown with aniline dyed blue, red and yel...
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1930s American Vintage Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Navajo Modern Rug with Geometric Tribal Design in Gray, Red, Charcoal And Ivory
Located in Atlanta, GA
Navajo Modern Rug with Geometric Tribal Design in Gray, Red, Charcoal And Ivory. Keivan Woven Arts / rug RSC-86503-AR-163, country of origin India, type: North America / Navajo, circ...
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2010s Indian Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Navajo Two Grey Hills Rug
Located in Evanston, IL
The weavers preferred to use natural wool from their sheep rather than the commercially produced wool used by other Navajo weavers. After the wool was carded together it was spun ver...
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Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Large Early 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. Keivan Woven Arts / rug, country of origin / type: America / Navajo, circa early-20th century.
Measures: 4'3 x 8'3
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Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
1940s Vintage Navajo Kilim with Tribal Diamond Design in Earthy Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
1940s vintage Navajo with Tribal diamond design in earthy tones.
Measures: 3'7 x 5'
American Navajo with geometric diamond design in marigold, brown, black, and ivory. Keivan...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Vintage American Navajo Tribal Rug with Diamonds in Brown, Orange and Ivory
Located in Atlanta, GA
Vintage American Navajo Tribal rug with diamonds in brown, orange and ivory
This intriguing vintage Navajo rug was woven in the United States during the first half of the 20th centu...
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1940s American Vintage Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
American Navajo Design Rug with Latticework Tribal Design in Red, Black and Gray
Located in Atlanta, GA
American Navajo Design Rug with Latticework Tribal Design in Red, Black and Gray. Keivan Woven Arts / rug RSC-85543-AR-166, country of origin / type: North America / Navajo, circa ea...
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2010s Indian Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Antique Navajo Rug, Dimond Design
Located in Evanston, IL
Embark on a journey into the past with our rare and captivating Antique Navajo Rug, a magnificent textile masterpiece that captures the essence of history and craftsmanship. Dating back to the 1920s-1930s, this rug is a testament to the skill and artistry of the Navajo people.
With its massive dimensions measuring 50 by 92 inches, this Navajo weaving is a true marvel. What sets it apart is its unique whitish tan background, a departure from the traditional grey, achieved through the use of natural-colored yarns. This distinctive choice adds an air of elegance and rarity to this already exceptional piece.
The Dimond design, closely related to Ganado, takes on its own identity through its iconic Ganado Red and the central focus on an elongated. The influence of oriental design is evident in the border design adorning the diamond, offering a cross-cultural connection that speaks to the rich tapestry of artistic influences.
A border of steeped red triangles adds an extra layer of depth and dimension, while full and half grey diamonds adorned with arrows and feathers at the corners weave stories of tradition and symbolism.
This large Navajo rug...
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Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Geometric Multi Medallion Tribal Navajo Rug with Cream, Gold, Gray and Black
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...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Tribal Small Vintage Navajo Kilim with Gold, Gray, Ivory, and Black
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...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Navajo Rug in Purple, Gray, Ivory, Black, Peach, Lavender, and Red
Located in Atlanta, GA
American antique Navajo rug with geometric design in red, peach, grey, lavender, white and black, rug EBD-1010, country of origin / type: America / Navajo, circa 1940.
Measures:...
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1940s American Vintage Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Massive Antique Navajo Carpet
Located in Stockton, NJ
An exceptionally large and rare antique Navajo rug dating from the 1940s to the 1950s. This striking Ganado carpet boasts a vivid "Greek Key" design in hues of red, black, and cream ...
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1940s American Vintage Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Allover Tribal Navajo Kilim with Gold, Gray and Black
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...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Early 20th Century American Navajo Carpet ( 3'3'' x 6'4'' - 99 x 193 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Navajo Carpet ( 3'3'' x 6'4'' - 99 x 193 )
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1930s American Vintage Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Antique 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...
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1920s American Vintage Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Contemporary American Navajo Rug
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary American Navajo rug, size: 6' 0" x 9' 0" (183 x 274 cm).
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Early 20th Century American Navajo Carpet ( 5'3'' x 9'2'' - 160 x 280 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century American Navajo Carpet From Transitional Period
( 5'3'' x 9'2'' - 160 x 280 )
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Early 20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Antique Navajo Eye-dazzler Rug, 3'9" x 5'11"
Located in Evanston, IL
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be45" x 75" Unusual Eye-dazzler Navajo Rug, c-1890 in excellent condition,
A classic Navajo rug circa 1890's in excellent condition. ...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Antique Large Navajo Eye Dazzler Rug, 4'2" x 9'4"
Located in Evanston, IL
Antique Large Navajo eye dazzler rug with black, white, red and grey. in perfect condition.
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Mid-20th Century American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Regional Style Rug
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
Presenting a stunning regional style rug, crafted circa 1930, that showcases exceptional artistry and traditional techniques. This beautiful piece features handspun yarns, with vibra...
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1930s American Vintage Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Mid 20th Century American Navajo Rug ( 1'3" x 1'4" - 38 x 41 )
Located in New York, NY
Mid 20th Century American Navajo Rug ( 1'3" x 1'4" - 38 x 41 )
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1930s American Vintage Native American North and South American Rugs
Materials
Wool
21st Century Dragonfly Rug
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
Introducing a captivating Dragonfly Yei rug, crafted circa 2000, that beautifully blends traditional motifs with contemporary techniques. This remarkable piece features Yei figures a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Native American North and South American Rugs
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Yarn
Antique Navajo Diamond Design
Located in Evanston, IL
A typical Navajo rug has approximately 30 wefts to the linear inch. A two grey hills from Toadlena average about 45. The finer pieces frequently have upwards of 80. When a textile ha...
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Late 19th Century American Antique Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Antique Distressed 1880 Huge Handwoven American Indian Carpet Rug
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this extra large country house, American Indian striped rug circa 1880
I have a collection of 12 rugs I’m now listing for sale of all kinds of a...
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1880s American Antique Native American North and South American Rugs
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Wool
Native American north and south american rugs for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Native American north and south american rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage north and south american rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, folk art, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Native American north and south american rugs made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Asia pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original north and south american rugs, popular names associated with this style include Navajo, Native American Art, Navajo Indian Art, and Two Grey Hills. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for north and south american rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $299 and tops out at $89,495 while the average work can sell for $3,700.