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Vintage Native American Navajo Yei Pictorial Rug

$4,900
£3,718.01
€4,251.21
CA$6,843.97
A$7,609.56
CHF 3,973.30
MX$92,626.93
NOK 50,697.51
SEK 47,501.15
DKK 31,727.55
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This vintage Native American Navajo Yei rug, woven in the mid-1900s, features a powerful and visually captivating design with five Yei deity figures standing side-by-side. Set against a rich brown background, the Yei figures are woven in ivory, gray, black, and green, forming a vibrant and symbolic composition. In Navajo mythology, Yei (or Yeibichai) are sacred spiritual beings who act as mediators between humans and the Great Spirit, often depicted in ceremonial attire. This rare rug not only reflects exceptional artistry, but also serves as a cultural narrative deeply rooted in Navajo beliefs. Expertly flat woven in wool with a cotton foundation, the rug uses natural, organic dyes traditionally sourced from the Navajo weavers’ surrounding environment. The geometric and symbolic motifs throughout the piece carry profound spiritual meaning, making this rug not just a decorative textile but a sacred and collectible work of art. Ideal as wall art, tapestry, or a statement collector’s piece, this beautifully preserved Yei rug adds cultural richness and Southwestern heritage to any space. Dimensions: 32” x 55” Date of Manufacture: 2nd quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: United States Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use The Persian Knot, SKU: 2160 Navajo Yei Rugs, Vintage Navajo Yei Rugs, Navajo Rugs, American Indian Rugs, Vintage American Folk Art, Native American Rugs, Americana, Native American Tribal Rugs, Two Gray Hills Rugs, Saddle Blankets, Native American Folk Art, American Oriental Rug, Eye Dazzler, Vintage Navajo Blanket, Navajo Weavings, Navajo Saddle Blankets, Native American Navajo Yei Rug, Navajo Mythology.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 32 in (81.28 cm)Length: 55 in (139.7 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cotton,Wool,Hand-Knotted,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950-1959
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Barrington, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: The Persian Knot, SKU 21601stDibs: LU8224241578452

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