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The Aviary Tree of Life: A Mid-Century Southwest Modern Pictorial Masterwork
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79257 Vintage Tree of Life Southwest Rug, 02'03 x 03'04. Handwoven in the mid-20th century by a master Dine artisan, this exceptional wool textile embodies the profound spiritual artistry and symbolic storytelling that define the Tree of Life tradition. Against a pristine ivory ground, a single vertical trunk rises like a cosmic bridge—an axis connecting the earthly and divine realms. From its sacred branches emerge pairs of vibrantly colored birds—rendered in crimson, sapphire, sunlit gold, and turquoise—each delicately poised as a messenger of prayer and renewal. The composition resonates with both precision and poetry, a visual language that speaks to harmony, balance, and transcendence.
The symmetrical alignment and rhythmic geometry imbue this Southwest masterpiece with quiet grandeur. Each bird, stylized through bold abstraction, echoes cycles of migration, continuity, and transformation—expressing the eternal dance between nature and spirit. The surrounding serrated border, executed in rich earthen hues, evokes sacred mountain forms and the elemental pulse of lightning. Together, these signature motifs create a unified vision: a woven hymn to creation and the interdependence of all living things.
Technically, this exquisite work of art is an apex of mid-century Dine weaving—its structure remarkably even, its yarns handspun from fine wool, and its dyes harmonized with sophistication. Every thread bears the touch of generational skill, an unbroken lineage of craftsmanship that elevates this textile from utility to cultural fine art. The precious Tree of Life design, among the most revered in Indigenous weaving traditions, embodies renewal and divine connection—making this example both an aesthetic triumph and a work of sacred narrative.
For the discerning collector or curator, this cherished textile offers more than visual splendor—it is an heirloom of cultural significance and ethical provenance. Its authenticity and rarity ensure its place among the most esteemed examples of Southwestern artistry. Whether presented in a museum setting, a refined private collection, or a serene interior sanctuary, this extraordinary Tree of Life weaving serves as both a statement of elevated taste and a gesture of cultural reverence. To acquire it is to become a steward of beauty, heritage, and timeless artistry.
Abrash.
Handwoven wool.
Made in America.
Measures: 02'03 x 03'04.
Pile Height: 0.20 of an inch.
Date: 1940's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 27 in (68.58 cm)Length: 40 in (101.6 cm)
- Style:Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1940-1949
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Age Wear.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79257 Vintage Tree of Life Southwest Rug, 02 03 x 03 041stDibs: LU942947235752
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