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Late 19th Century Red Mesa-Inspired Textile with Southwest Modern Style
$6,720
£5,081.93
€5,821.06
CA$9,416.33
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About the Item
79106 Rare Late 19th Century Antique Red Mesa-Inspired Textile with Southwest Modern Style, 03'00 x 04'08. A radiant relic of the American Southwest’s textile legacy, this late 19th century handwoven wool antique flatweave rug embodies the bold innovation and visual language that flourished during the golden age of regional weaving traditions. Drawing inspiration from the iconic Red Mesa aesthetic—celebrated for its vibrant palette and dynamic serrated patterns—this piece reveals the artistic sophistication of weavers who harnessed the natural beauty of their surroundings to create deeply symbolic and functional masterpieces.
The rug’s geometry is a breathtaking orchestration of color and form. A procession of zigzag lightning motifs traverses the soft ivory field in rich tones of black, deep cochineal red, and warm sepia brown. These motifs, emblematic of energy, protection, and celestial force, pulse with rhythmic movement—each jagged line a testament to elemental power and ancestral balance. Framed by a striking serrated border, the design becomes a sacred enclosure, reinforcing themes of continuity and grounded strength.
Crafted with handspun wool and vegetal or cochineal-based dyes, the rug’s colors have softened with time into a patina of dignified grace. The weave is finely executed with tight, even passes and strong selvages, showcasing not only the artisan’s technical prowess but also a profound connection to tradition. Its softly structured layout reveals a design both calculated and intuitive—an extraordinary balance between utility and spiritual narrative. Every thread, every angle, reveals the presence of a one-of-a-kind vision shaped by hand, history, and horizon.
Ideal for luxury interiors seeking heritage-rich décor, this exceptional antique textile serves as both floor covering and precious work of art. Whether showcased in a modern adobe retreat, a curated Western lodge, or a gallery wall of cultural treasures, this Red Mesa–inspired rug transcends trends. It offers not only timeless beauty but a story of resilience, artistry, and the enduring power of ancestral design. A true signature masterpiece for the connoisseur who values provenance, symbolism, and legacy woven into every inch.
Abrash. Age Wear.
Handwoven wool.
Made in America.
Measures: 03'00 x 04'08.
Pile Height: 0.06 of an inch.
Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century.
- Creator:Navajo (Weaver)
- Dimensions:Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Length: 56 in (142.24 cm)
- Style:Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880-1889
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79106 Antique Red Mesa-Inspired Textile, 03 00 x 04 081stDibs: LU942943285112
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