This vintage American Navajo rug features a striking striped design in a harmonious blend of earthy Southwestern tones, including ivory, black, gray, and rust-red. Woven in the mid-20th century by a skilled Diné (Navajo) artisan, this piece reflects the timeless beauty and symbolism inherent in traditional Navajo weaving.

Crafted with flat-woven wool over a cotton foundation, the rug displays the durability and tactile richness characteristic of authentic Navajo textiles. The rhythmic stripe pattern offers a minimalist yet bold aesthetic, making it ideal for a range of design styles—from rustic and Southwestern to modern and bohemian.

This piece is equally suited as a decorative wall hanging, tabletop display, or as a functional accent in a curated interior. Its organic color palette, inspired by the surrounding landscape of the American Southwest, brings a natural warmth and grounded elegance to any space.

Navajo weavers are known for their use of natural vegetable and mineral-based dyes, occasionally incorporating early synthetic dyes to achieve specific tones. These methods, combined with generations of craftsmanship, imbue each rug with a unique visual texture and deep cultural significance. Designs often carry spiritual and symbolic meanings, reflecting Navajo cosmology, harmony, and connection to the land.

Dimensions: 1' 8" x 3' 3" 

Date of Manufacture:  3rd Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin:  Southwest US

Material:  Wool pile on a cotton foundation

Condition:  Excellent

SKU: 1571

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