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78309 Vintage Mexican Thunderbird Zapotec Rug, 03'11 x 06'05. Radiating with the elemental power of fire and spirit, this handwoven wool vintage Mexican thunderbird Zapotec rug is a vivid embodiment of cultural continuity and ancestral reverence. Crafted in the heart of Oaxaca, this piece draws upon sacred motifs long held by the Zapotec weavers—most notably the Thunderbird, a celestial guardian of storm and sky. Soaring in rhythmic formation across a vibrant crimson field, these stylized birds carry the energy of movement and transformation, symbols of power and protection in Indigenous cosmology.
Each Thunderbird motif, rendered in electric shades of turquoise, ivory, black, and blush, ignites the red ground like bolts of divine energy. Their horizontal alignment creates a mesmerizing cadence, a dance of symmetrical flight that evokes both ceremonial procession and cosmic migration. The rich, saturated red evokes the sacred earth and bloodlines of heritage, while the dual golden borders at the top and bottom recall the radiance of sunrise and sunset—marking time and space in woven form.
This textile’s minimalist yet bold composition speaks to both the purity of form and the potency of symbol, making it a powerful statement piece in any space. Its dynamic presence resonates with the aesthetic of Organic Modern and Contemporary Santa Fe interiors, where elemental color, indigenous art, and handcrafted authenticity intersect. The golden ochre bands provide grounding and closure to the energetic field, drawing the eye inward and across with a contemplative rhythm.
More than a decorative object, this Zapotec rug is a woven prayer—an offering of cultural strength, beauty, and connection to the natural world. Whether draped over a chair, laid across a wooden bench, or hung on a white adobe wall, it invites warmth and memory into the home. It is a piece that hums with the thunder of legacy, reminding us that beauty born from the earth still soars above it.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in Mexico.
Measures: 03'11 x 06'05.
Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 47 in (119.38 cm)Length: 77 in (195.58 cm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960-1969
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 78309 Vintage Mexican Thunderbird Zapotec Rug, 03 11 x 06 051stDibs: LU942930603602
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