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Authentic Navajo Rug Early Red Field Geometric Textile Hand-Spun Wool Circa 1900

$5,999
£4,575.84
€5,221.93
CA$8,436.16
A$9,258.89
CHF 4,865.68
MX$110,178.95
NOK 62,197.90
SEK 56,836.57
DKK 39,013.01

About the Item

This circa 1900 Navajo rug is an exceptional early example of Navajo weaving from the turn of the 20th century—a period known for powerful geometric designs, vibrant palettes, and cultural transition in Navajo textile production. Handwoven on a traditional upright loom using hand-spun wool, the textile reflects the artistry and technical discipline that defined Navajo weavers at the dawn of the 1900s. The rug features a stunning repeating diamond motif, arranged in precise horizontal rows across a deep red field. This design is deeply connected to the Navajo “Eye-Dazzler” tradition, celebrated for its dynamic geometry and optical intensity. The sharp serrated edges of the diamonds, along with the alternating shades of cream, brown, and black, demonstrate a sophisticated use of contrast and rhythm. Surrounding the field is a bold stepped zigzag border, characteristic of the late transitional and early rug periods. By 1900, Navajo weaving was shifting from wearing blankets to commercial rugs driven by trading post demand. While some designs were adapted for market appeal, pieces like this one still maintain the powerful identity of traditional Navajo aesthetics—authentic, handwoven, and culturally expressive. This rug’s brilliant red field (likely derived from early aniline dyes) combined with natural wool tones creates a visually striking composition that remains timeless more than a century later. Its scale, symmetry, and clarity of design place it among the more collectible examples of early 20th-century Navajo weavings. A truly historic textile, this rug embodies over 120 years of Native American craftsmanship and tradition. Rug Size: 5'5"x7'6"
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 65 in (165.1 cm)Length: 90 in (228.6 cm)
  • Style:
    Native American (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Rewoven. A few reweaving in field (refer to photos) otherwise in good condition for its age.
  • Seller Location:
    Port Washington, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: E1135 Navajo Rug Size: 5 5"x7 6" Chaman Antique Rug Gallery1stDibs: LU964147876032

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