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1920's Antique Southwestern-Style Tree of Life Kilim Rug
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78719 Antique Tree of Life Pictorial Rug, 02'04 x 03'05. Woven with poetic intent and timeless sensitivity, this handwoven wool precious antique Southwestern Tree of Life pictorial rug radiates with soulful artistry and ancestral wisdom. The composition is centered on a stylized tree rising gracefully from the earth—its branching form acting as both a spiritual axis and an emblem of sacred connection. Delicately perched upon each branch are birds of varied plumage, their forms rendered with symbolic stillness and vibrant humility. The overall arrangement is not merely decorative, but mythopoetic—a woven hymn to the natural cycles of life, transformation, and the sacred dialogue between sky and soil.
Each bird, harmoniously positioned in mirrored balance, evokes the idea of eternal return, of flight and homecoming. Their hues—shades of peach, faded indigo, rose, terra cotta, and soft gray—are drawn from a palette rooted in vegetal and early aniline dyes, offering both historical authenticity and chromatic subtlety. These avian forms, rendered with minimalist clarity, speak to the enduring themes of spirit, transition, and guidance often found in Southwestern storytelling. The central tree, firm yet fluid in its upward movement, serves as a metaphysical spine—signifying growth, emergence, and the unfolding layers of life’s journey.
Framing this magnificent one-of-a-kind masterpiece is a softened rose-toned border that holds the entire vision with grace and restraint. The enclosing band is enriched with zigzag motifs, perhaps referencing lightning, mountains, or pathways of spiritual ascent—symbols of dynamic force and protection within many indigenous visual lexicons. These elements combine to form more than just a decorative surround—they suggest an intentional threshold, inviting the viewer inward toward contemplation and reverence. The balance between geometry and organic line lends the textile a quiet majesty and meditative rhythm.
This enchanting work of art is not only a precious heirloom of early 20th-century Southwestern weaving—it is an enduring testament to the way textiles can carry myth, memory, and spiritual resonance. Its elegance lies in the simplicity of its forms and the depth of its symbolism, reflecting a worldview where every thread is imbued with story and every figure speaks of interconnectedness. Whether displayed in a curated interior or preserved as a collector’s treasure, it serves as a gentle invocation of harmony, rootedness, and the beauty of cyclical transformation.
Rendered in variegated shades of beige, pink, gray, tan, brown, peach, rust, baby blue, and black with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in America.
Measures: 02'04 x 03'05.
Date: 1920's. Early 20th Century.
- Creator:Navajo (Weaver)
- Dimensions:Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Length: 41 in (104.14 cm)
- Style:Aesthetic Movement (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1920-1929
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 78719 Antique Tree of Life Kilim Rug, 02'04 x 03'051stDibs: LU942938225682
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