The Unique Patterns and Designs of Antique Navajo Rugs

Antique Navajo rugs and blankets are an example of a popular native American craft known for authentic southwest designs and hand made quality. Indian weavers get their inspiration for these special floor coverings and textiles from colors in their natural surroundings; from land, sky, plants and mountains.

A genuine Navajo rug is woven from pure wool and dyes, though cotton is used for tourist oriented crafts. Handspun fibers give handmade area rugs durability and strength. Artisans use both traditional and contemporary variations that can be ordered as part of a collection of art and history.

Patterns that were historically linked with a particular place are now used throughout Navajo reservation territory. Young people are taught by elders to prepare the yarn by spinning and dying it before they learn how to operate a weaving loom.

The Navajo Nation continues to develop their inborn sense of harmony and style to produce rugs that are the best they have been since the 1800s. They are one way of showing artistic pride and at the same time bring in income.

Choose a Navajo rug for aesthetics and excellence - pictorial rugs, twill weaves and the admired storm or "Two Grey Hills" pattern.

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Shades of black, gray, brown and white distinguish these classic miniature rugs and tapestries. Because of the amount of work involved in creating such an intricate design, large sizes are uncommon.

Order Navajo rugs online from merchants who are familiar with the industry and who have agreements directly with the creators of these unique crafts. They offer certificates of authenticity and superior value on a selection of featured weavings.

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