Geometric and Other Weavings
Our geometric weavings include those weavings we cannot place under any of the other listings, including those fine pieces that are Hispanic, rather than Navajo. |  | |
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The Saltillo or serape wearing blankets worn by the Spanish were a direct influence on the designs of the Navajo weavers. These original blankets are long and narrow and woven in two pieces and sewn | ||
Sashes are woven on a narrow belt loom and are generally worn by the Navajo and Pueblo women to cinch in their dresses. |  | |
The simple design of this weaving is gorgeous. The colors vibrant and bright. It measures 21 inches by 19 inches.
The tumbling block design is lovely. It is in many ways an optical illusion weaving. It measures 44 inches by 32 inches.
Circa 1920 This is an Oregon City Woolen Mill blanket. The 1920's was the height of the companies success. This blanket measures 30 inches by 46 inches.
The colors are wonderful with autumn colors. It is a fantastically tight weaving. It measures 52 inches by 44 1/2 inches.
This is a very colorful raised outline weaving. There is some running on the weaving but it would make a great accent piece. It measures 31 inches by 59 inches.
This is an amazing Yei weaving. It is a raised outline weaving which measures 33 inches by 68 inches.
Each side of this weaving has a different design. The colors in this weaving are vegetal dyes. It measures 42 inches by 28 inches.
The bold colors and patterns on this weaving are spectacular. This is a very tightly woven weaving which measures 82 inches by 50 inches.
This is an exceptional weaving that is made with the traditional colors of red, blue, black, and white. It measures 35 inches by 58 inches.
Circa 1875. This is an exquisite Moki style weaving. It is in excellent condition with no visible repair. The indigo is a very deep blue and the brown is wonderful handspun wool. The red is mixture of Germantown yarn and handspun wool. This weaving measures 70 inches by 59 inches.
The yellow wool in this weaving has been dyed with rabbit brush. It comes with a strip of velcro sewn on making this weaving ready to hang. It measures 28 inches by 38 inches.
The design of this weaving is very unique. It has a lovely color combination and the diamonds are fantastic. It measures 50 inches by 78 inches.
This small weaving is a wonderful weaving. It is small and would make a great accent. It measures 23 inches by 28 inches.
The muted colors in this weaving are beautiful. It makes for an excellent accent piece. It measures 38 inches by 28.
Circa 1950. This weaving is an excellent example for an early Red Mesa weaving. It measures 30 inches by 36 inches.
The unusual size of this weaving is spectacular. It is very colorful and vibrant. This weaving measures 48 inches by 22 inches.
Navajo child's dress. This piece has a coarse and thick feel. Essentially this is made of two rugs sown together. It measures 36 inches by 20 1/2 inches.
Circa 1950. This weaving is made from handspun wool. It is coarse and rough to the touch and would make a great floor weaving. This weaving measures 59 inches by 35 inches.
Gallup throws were made popular by the railroads. Many shops along the railroad would sell these little weavings so people could have something to put in their suitcases as they travel. This weaving measures 37 inches by 19 inches.
