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1960's Chimayo Rio Grande Banded Rug with Bold Southwest Modern Style
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78794 Vintage Rio Grande Chimayo Rug Runner, 02'05 x 09'04. This handwoven wool vintage Rio Grande Chimayo rug is a striking embodiment of Southwestern heritage and timeless refinement—a textile woven with intention, symbolism, and artisanal mastery. Crafted in the high desert traditions of Northern New Mexico, this long and elegant runner is a celebration of la tierra, legacy, and luxury. Its dramatic interplay of heathered gray wool and vivid striations of indigo blue and ember red channels the elemental drama of sky, mesa, and flame—offering both chromatic impact and meditative restraint.
At the heart of the composition, a series of stepped geometric blocks—alternating between saturated red and deep blue—form a rhythmic, architectural motif reminiscent of adobe terraces and ceremonial stairways. These angular forms are framed by cascading bands of color that run the length of the piece, evoking the undulating patterns of early 19th-century Rio Grande Saltillo-inspired blankets. The juxtaposition of these modernist lines with historical pattern references imbues the rug with both cultural gravity and fresh sophistication.
Handwoven with local wool and traditional techniques passed down through generations of Chimayo weavers, this exquisite work of art is not simply a runner—it is a narrative of resilience, identity, and artisanal prestige. Its texture is warm, dense, and tactile—offering more than visual beauty: it invites touch, evokes memory, and honors the spirit of slow creation. The natural dyes and precious raw wool textures speak to a commitment to sustainability and cultural preservation, elevating this piece into the realm of ethical luxury.
Ideal for the discerning collector or interior designer, this Rio Grande Chimayo runner offers a rare opportunity to anchor a space in meaning and visual serenity. Whether placed in a curated hallway, gallery entry, or mountain retreat, this extraordinary masterpiece delivers a sense of grounded elegance and inherited artistry. Its scarcity, elongated scale, and deeply rooted symbolism make it a functional treasure—woven legacy underfoot.
Rendered in variegated shades of gray, red, blue, and beige with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in America.
Measures: 02'05 x 09'04.
Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
- Similar to:Navajo (Weaver)
- Dimensions:Width: 29 in (73.66 cm)Length: 112 in (284.48 cm)
- Style:Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960-1969
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 78794 Vintage Rio Grande Chimayo Rug Runner, 02'05 x 09'041stDibs: LU942939859152
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