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Antique Rio Grande Chimayo Carpet with Modern Southwest Style
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79215 Antique Rio Grande Chimayo Rug, 02'04 x 04'01. Woven in the golden light of northern New Mexico's Sangre de Cristo foothills, this antique handwoven wool Chimayo textile stands as a luminous testament to Hispano weaving traditions shaped by centuries of cultural fusion. Emerging from the celebrated weaving communities surrounding Chimayo—where families such as the Trujillos and Ortegas refined their craft—this early 20th-century heirloom channels the enduring elegance of Rio Grande design. Blending Spanish Colonial motifs with influences from ancestral Puebloan aesthetics, the textile’s rhythmic geometry and spiritual symmetry reflect a heritage of devotion, adaptation, and refined artistry. This is not simply a rug—it is a cultural artifact steeped in history, rare and resonant with the legacy of the American Southwest.
At its heart lies a balanced procession of concentric diamonds and stepped motifs that speak in the visual language of harmony and protection. The palette—anchored in earthy tones of ivory, deep black, and fire-kissed red—is softened by subtle strokes of pale turquoise, recalling desert skies and mountain prayers. Each motif draws from time-honored Saltillo precedents while asserting a unique regional identity: bold, symmetrical, and deeply meditative. The stepped patterns suggest movement across generations, while the diamond medallions anchor the piece like compass points in a landscape of memory and meaning.
Handwoven during a pivotal era of cultural evolution, this precious Chimayo textile exemplifies the high point of northern New Mexican weaving during the early 1900s, when local artisans responded to national interest by elevating their craft to fine art. Its tightly woven structure and luminous vegetal-dyed wool speak to the technical mastery of workshop-trained weavers who wove each thread with pride, patience, and purpose. Though created for an emerging collector’s market, this piece retains a quiet intimacy—it was not mass-produced but made with intent, offering both functional beauty and cultural preservation. In its scarcity lies its value: few textiles of this refinement and age remain so well-preserved, making it a jewel of enduring prestige.
Today, this exquisite work of art brings with it a spirit of continuity and quiet luxury. Whether gracing the walls of a modernist gallery or anchoring a Santa Fe retreat, it offers not only visual distinction but a narrative of resilience, artistry, and regional identity. It speaks to a discerning collector—not just of objects, but of meaning. This is an extraordinary textile that transcends trend, embodying both heritage and refinement. It is an heirloom of the land, a woven soul of the Southwest—exclusive, irreplaceable, and deeply human.
Abrash. Some small spots throughout.
Handwoven wool.
Made in America.
Pile Height: 0.14 of an inch.
Date: 1920's. Early 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 28 in (71.12 cm)Length: 49 in (124.46 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. Some small stains.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79215 Antique Rio Grande Chimayo Rug, 02'04 x 04'011stDibs: LU942945123732
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