This exquisite vintage Navajo rug showcases a traditional Chinle Revival pattern, woven with hand-spun native wool in a harmonious palette of earth tones including soft yellow, brown, black, ivory, and gray. The piece exemplifies the iconic banded geometric designs that define the Chinle style—first popularized in the 1920s in the town of Chinle, Arizona, near the culturally significant Canyon de Chelly region.

The rug’s beautifully balanced composition features alternating bands of light yellow and cream, interspersed with repeating geometric motifs that reflect the spiritual and symbolic language of Navajo weaving. Each design element holds meaning rooted in Navajo cosmology, offering more than aesthetic appeal—it’s a visual narrative of cultural expression.

Woven on a cotton foundation with a flat weave technique, this rug speaks to the high level of craftsmanship for which Navajo textiles are renowned. The weavers employ natural, organic dyes derived from local plants and minerals, preserving the authenticity and eco-conscious tradition of their ancestors.

Ideal as a collectible textile, a statement wall hanging, or an accent piece in a curated interior, this Navajo Chinle Revival rug embodies the elegance, history, and soul of Native American artistry. Its smaller size and neutral earth-tone palette make it especially appealing for modern or rustic design environments seeking depth, heritage, and handcrafted beauty.

Dimensions:  3’ 10” x 5’ 1”

Date of Manufacture:  3rd Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin:  Southwest, United States

Material:  Wool pile on a wool foundation

Condition:  Excellent

SKU: 1505

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