This beautifully unique and functional artistry has gone through many iterations throughout time, so it’s important to remember how the Navajo have transitioned from the traditional “Chief” blankets in the beginning, preceding the Trading Post Era, to the regional pictorials of today.
The historic period of Navajo rug weavings really began in the very early 1700s and ran all the way to the 1850s. Weavers, learning from the Pueblos, Spanish and traders, created blankets, dresses, rugs and tapestries that have set the foundation for what has been a momentous artistic and cultural movement for the Navajo people.
Weaving changed rapidly from the 1850s to the 1940s. In fact, the Navajo transitioned through six periods in that time, including: late classic, the Bosque Redondo or “Long Walk” interment, transitional, rug, revival and finally the regional Trading Post styles.
The most important thing to remember is that when you’re dealing with authentic Navajo weavings, be it blankets, transitional work, or specific pieces like Germantown, Dazzlers, Two Grey Hills, or even Pictorials, that these are original one-of-a-kind artworks that can’t be found anywhere else in the world.
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Two Grey Hills Bistie Navajo Rug : Historic : PC 103 : 49" x 122" (4'1" x 10'2")
Two Grey Hills
Two Grey Hills Bistie Navajo Rug : Historic : PC 103 : 49" x 122" (4'1" x 10'2")
$ 45,000.00
Two Grey Hills area Bistie runner. This is the only Bistie rug Steve has seen in a runner size. Native wool, likely Churro. Hand carded, hand spun. Extremely well woven by a Master Weaver. This weaving was part of the Timeless Treasures of Two Grey Hills Exhibit and catalog, page 25. Style Two Grey Hills Bistie Weaver Unknown Circa 19...
Late Classic Navajo Weaving : Historic Hubbell Portiere : PC 288 : 51" x 103"(4'3" x 8'7")
Blankets
Late Classic Navajo Weaving : Historic Hubbell Portiere : PC 288 : 51" x 103"(4'3" x 8'7")
$ 28,000.00
Classic/Late Classic Hubbell Blanket woven to be used as a portiere. This Classic/Late Classic blanket was woven to be a covering for an open doorway. Original side cords. This exquisite weaving was extremely finely woven with Germantown yarn . The deep red a classic trademark of the Ganado area. Steve saw a 2nd one-- the match to this o...
Teec Nos Pos : Historic : GHT 863 : 84" x 150" (7’x12.5′)
$ 27,500.00
Teec Nos Pos rug that is an exceptional piece. Exquisite border - there is so much detail in this piece. One of the most complex and complicated designs in Navajo weaving. This style was influenced by the oriental rugs in the East, yet retain their native American symbolic style. All hand carded, handspun, and hand dyed. Approximately 6 mon...
Teec Nos Pos Navajo Weaving : Vintage : GHT 2071: 71" x 129" (5'10"x 10'9")
Teec Nos Pos
Teec Nos Pos Navajo Weaving : Vintage : GHT 2071: 71" x 129" (5'10"x 10'9")
$ 24,000.00
Teec Nos Pos American Indian rug. The border base color is naturally variegated dark brown / black wool which is the perfect background for the bright orange and turquoise. Distinct oriental influence. Purple elements and rich red borders. Style Teec Nos Pos Weaver Unknown Navajo Date circa 1930s Size 71" x 129" (5'10"x 10'9") Item...
Storm Pattern Navajo Weaving : Historic : GHT 2297-KS : 77" x 112" (6'5" x 9'4")
$ 18,000.00
Storm Pattern Navajo rug. This BEAST of a weaving was created in the 1930s and is excellent in color, condition, quality, and attitude! This Storm Pattern is a wonderful pictorial complete with Great Stars and feathers. It has a natural dark chocolate brown field and dark red storm pattern. Style Storm Pattern Weaver Unknown Navajo Dat...
Ganado - Klagetoh Navajo Weaving : Historic : GHT 891 : 72″ x 110″ : (6′ x 9’2″) : Call for Pricing
Ganado
Ganado - Klagetoh Navajo Weaving : Historic : GHT 891 : 72″ x 110″ : (6′ x 9’2″) : Call for Pricing
$ 18,000.00
Ganado Klagetoh Navajo Rug. This large Ganado - Klagetoh weaving would look amazing on the floor, wall, on a game table, or across the bed. The weaver used deep crimson Ganado red with gray, black, and white to showcase the brilliant color. Style Ganado - Klagetoh Weaver Unknown Navajo Date circa 1930s Size 72″ x 110″ : 6′ x 9’2...
Crystal Navajo Weaving : Historic : JV 111 : 79" x 144" : ( 6' 7" x 12')
$ 12,000.00
Crystal Pattern Navajo Rug. Another monster weaving. As you can see by the photos - this one is so large we had to hang it from the roof to get the full view. Thanks Keith and Gail! Beautiful hand carded, hand spun natural wool. Especially the grey. Aniline dyed red. Squash blossoms design elements. Very heavy. Would make a great floor ...
Crystal JB Moore Plate XXI Navajo Weaving : Historic : GHT 2121 : 116″ x 58″ : (4'10" x 9'80")
JB Moore
Crystal JB Moore Plate XXI Navajo Weaving : Historic : GHT 2121 : 116″ x 58″ : (4'10" x 9'80")
$ 12,000.00
Crystal JB Moore Navajo rug. This weaving used plate XXI, a beautiful adaptation of a JB Moore- Crystal weaving. Tightly woven with hand spun, hand carded native wool. The variegation in the browns is incredible. The red is aniline dyes which was hand dyed by the weaver. Style JB Moore Weaver unknown Date circa 1920 Size 116″ x 58″ ...
Klagetoh Navajo Weaving : Historic : GHT 21: 50" x 104" (4'2" x 8'8")
$ 9,500.00
Navajo Klagetoh Rug. This is an early piece from the 1930s and is in excellent condition. Gorgeous variegated natural gray wool and deep crimson red. Style Klagetoh Weaver Unknown Navajo Date circa 1930s Size 50" x 104" (4'2" x 8'8") Item # GHT 21 Learn more about the Ganado - Klagetoh style of weaving Contact us for more in...