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Vintage American Navajo Rug in A Canyon Pattern in Ivory, Black, Cappuccino

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This beautiful vintage Navajo rug from the Southwestern United States captures the spirit and colors of the iconic desert landscapes surrounding Monument Valley and Canyon de Chelly. Handwoven by a skilled Diné (Navajo) artisan, the rug features an elegant striped pattern in ivory, pale yellow, cappuccino brown, and black, punctuated by a repeating geometric motif that reflects the deeply rooted symbolism of Navajo design. Crafted in the mid-20th century, the rug is flat-woven with wool over a cotton foundation, showcasing the technical precision and enduring quality of traditional Navajo weaving. The earth-toned palette evokes the desert’s natural beauty, while the rhythmic stripe and geometric pattern add visual interest and cultural resonance. This piece is ideally suited for use as wall art, a table display, or a decorative accent in curated interiors, blending seamlessly with rustic, modern, bohemian, and Southwestern styles alike. Navajo weavers often use organic vegetable and mineral dyes sourced from their tribal lands, producing naturally varied hues and tonal shifts that age gracefully over time. The motifs and patterns are more than decorative—they often carry spiritual and cultural significance, representing harmony, protection, and connection to nature. Dimensions: 1' 9" x 2' 3" Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Southwest, United States Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with organic vegetable dyes Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot, SKU: 1570 Navajo Rugs, Vintage Navajo, American Indian Rugs, Native American Weavings, Navajo Southwestern 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, Eye Dazzler, Vintage Navajo Blanket, Storm Warrior Navajo Rugs, Navajo Weavings, Navajo Saddle Blankets, Antique Navajo Blankets.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Length: 27 in (68.58 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Wool,Hand-Woven,Vegetable Dyed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    3rd Quarter of the 1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 15701stDibs: LU8224234142742

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