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Native American Antique Crystal Whirling Log Navajo-Style Rug, 03'04 x 07'10
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78928 Antique Crystal Whirling Log Navajo-Style Rug, 03'04 x 07'10. This exquisite handwoven wool Crystal Navajo-style rug embodies the rich cultural heritage and artistry of the Navajo people, showcasing the distinctive Whirling Log motif that has captivated collectors and connoisseurs of Native American textiles for over a century. The rug's harmonious blend of earthy tones—ranging from deep brown and soft gray to the striking contrast of red and beige—speaks to the weaver's skill in creating a visually dynamic yet balanced composition. At the heart of this piece is the Whirling Log, a sacred symbol of movement, life, and good fortune, repeated in rhythmic patterns that evoke a sense of continuity and harmony with nature.
The Whirling Log motif, which predates its appropriation in other contexts, is deeply rooted in Navajo cosmology and tradition. In Navajo culture, it represents a sacred figure associated with good luck, protection, and the ever-turning cycle of life. Here, the symbol appears prominently in three variations, each rendered in vivid red, beige, and black coffee hues that seem to dance across the rug's richly striated tan, gray, and taupe colored field. The design's linear, geometric style captures the viewer's eye, creating a mesmerizing visual rhythm that draws one into a deeper contemplation of its symbolic meaning.
Framing the central design is a border of serrated ziggurat motifs, reminiscent of traditional Navajo patterns that suggest the rugged landscape of the Southwest—its mesas, canyons, and the shifting shadows of its rocky terrain. The dual banded border serves as a grounding element, enhancing the rug's overall sense of balance and symmetry while subtly guiding the viewer's gaze back to the Whirling Log symbols at its center. The use of natural, hand-spun wool and natural dyes further enhances the rug's earthy, organic aesthetic, linking the artwork to the land from which its materials were sourced.
An antique Navajo-style rug of this caliber not only serves as a stunning decorative piece but also as a meaningful cultural artifact, embodying the stories, values, and spiritual beliefs of its weaver. Its presence in a room is both enchanting and thought-provoking, inviting onlookers to appreciate not only the intricate craftsmanship but also the deep cultural resonance of its design. As a Crystal Navajo-style rug, it reflects the weavers' adaptive creativity, blending traditional Navajo symbols with designs that appealed to early 20th-century collectors, resulting in a timeless work of art that continues to fascinate and inspire.
Rendered in variegated shades of taupe, red, black, tan, gray, coffee, and greige with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in United States of America.
Measures: 03'04 x 07'10.
Pile Height: 0.15 of an inch.
Date: 1920's. Early 20th Century.
- Creator:Navajo (Weaver)
- Dimensions:Width: 40 in (101.6 cm)Length: 94 in (238.76 cm)
- Style:Native American (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: 78928 Antique Crystal Navajo-Style Rug, 03'04 x 07'101stDibs: LU942941332182
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