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Vintage Native American Navajo Area Rug in Brick Red, Brown, Gray & Ivory

$2,500
£1,896.94
€2,168.98
CA$3,491.82
A$3,882.43
CHF 2,027.19
MX$47,258.64
NOK 25,866.08
SEK 24,235.28
DKK 16,187.53
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Add timeless style and cultural depth to your space with this vintage Native American Navajo area rug, handwoven in the Southwestern United States and featuring a warm, earthy color palette of brick red, brown, black, ivory, and gray. Crafted during the mid-20th century, this rug is a stunning representation of authentic Navajo textile art. Made using traditional flat weave techniques, the rug is woven with handspun wool and a cotton foundation, reflecting the skill and heritage of generations of Navajo artisans. The rich colors are achieved through natural, organic dyes sourced from the surrounding land, giving the piece a true connection to its origins. The rug showcases geometric patterns and symbolic motifs, each deeply rooted in Navajo cultural and spiritual beliefs. These designs are more than just decorative—they carry stories, values, and meanings that have been preserved for centuries. Whether styled as a rug, wall hanging, or centerpiece, this vintage Navajo rug offers both aesthetic beauty and historical significance. Perfect for collectors, interior designers, and lovers of authentic Native American craftsmanship, it’s a piece that brings both warmth and meaning into any space. Dimensions: 38” x 61” 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: 2151 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: 38 in (96.52 cm)Length: 61 in (154.94 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,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 21511stDibs: LU8224241472332

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