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1920's Southwestern-Style Red Ganado-Inspired Kilim Rug

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77958 Antique Southwestern-Style Red Ganado-Inspired Kilim, 02'05 x 04'11. This vibrant antique handwoven wool kilim is a compelling reflection of Ganado-inspired design from the American Southwest, celebrated for its architectural geometry and bold chromatic harmony. The rug features a commanding red field—a deep, saturated hue emblematic of vitality and desert earth—that sets the stage for a central motif of strong symmetry and spiritual poise. At the heart of the composition, a stepped cross form emerges, outlined in black, white, and gray, symbolizing balance, structure, and sacred grounding. Framing the centerpiece is a striking checkerboard pattern rendered in alternating black, white, and gray squares. More than decorative, this motif lends rhythmic motion and protective energy to the field, guiding the eye inward and reinforcing the idea of interconnectedness. It echoes themes found throughout Indigenous textile traditions—resilience, duality, and the strength of unity within contrast. The careful placement of these motifs underscores a refined sense of order, drawn from both memory and landscape. Encircling the composition, narrow horizontal bands act as symbolic pathways—journeys across terrain both physical and spiritual. These simple yet purposeful lines contain the composition while inviting reflection on movement, transition, and the cycles of life. The dominant red tone, so iconic in Ganado-region designs, stands as a metaphor for strength, endurance, and the elemental forces of the Southwest. Paired with its neutral companions, the palette conveys balance between energy and stillness, warmth and reflection. This antique Southwestern-style kilim transcends its role as a functional textile—it is a visual story, woven from threads of tradition, artistry, and ancestral resonance. A timeless embodiment of handwoven heritage, it brings historical depth and refined symbolism to any interior. Whether laid on the floor or mounted on the wall, it serves as a tactile bridge to the enduring beauty of the desert and the legacy of regional weaving excellence. Rendered in variegated shades of red, beige, taupe, black, tan, and sand with other accent colors. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash. Hand-woven wool. Made in America. Measures: 02'05 x 04'11. Date: 1930's. Early 20th Century.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Length: 59 in (149.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Spanish Colonial (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.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 77958 Antique Southwestern-Style Kilim Rug, 02'05 x 04'111stDibs: LU942927303842

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