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Mid-Century Navajo Chief Blanket Style Area Rug in Red, Navy, Ivory & Lavender

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This vintage Native American Navajo rug, woven circa the mid-1900s, features the iconic Chief Blanket pattern, a bold and culturally significant design within Navajo weaving tradition. Rendered in a rich color palette of red, navy, ivory, and lavender, this flat-woven textile is both visually striking and historically meaningful. Crafted using handwoven wool on a cotton foundation, this rug reflects the traditional flat-weave techniques passed down through generations of Navajo artisans. The colors are derived from natural, organic dyes sourced from the surrounding land, adding depth and authenticity to the piece. The geometric motifs and symbolic forms woven into the Chief Blanket design hold deep spiritual and cultural meaning, making this rug not just a decorative item but a piece of living history. Whether displayed as a floor covering, wall tapestry, or part of a curated collection, this mid-century Navajo rug brings timeless Southwestern elegance and cultural richness to any space. Dimensions: 30” x 56” Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Southwest, United States Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot, SKU: 2196 Navajo Chief Blanket, Navajo Area Rugs, Chief Blanket Navajo Rugs, Navajo Rugs, Vintage Navajo Rugs, Vintage American Indian Rugs, Handwoven Rugs, Vintage Artisan Rugs, Antique Handmade Rugs, Sustainability, Vintage American Folk Art, Native American Rugs, Americana, Native American Tribal Rugs, Two Gray Hills Rugs, Saddle Blankets, Native American Folk Art, Vintage Navajo Kilim Rugs, Navajo Weavings, Navajo Saddle Blankets, Antique Navajo Blankets.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 30 in (76.2 cm)Length: 56 in (142.24 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Wool,Hand-Knotted,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960=1969
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 21961stDibs: LU8224242064172

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