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Antique Navajo. Measures: 4'6" x 7'4".
Antique Navajo Native American Medallion Ivory 1940s Rug, Country of Origin: Native American, Circa …
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Antique Navajo. Measures: 4'6" x 7'4".
Antique Navajo Native American Medallion Ivory 1940s Rug, Country of Origin: Native American, Circa Date: 1940s. This exceptional weaving represents the enduring legacy of Native American Rugs from the mid-20th century, characterized by bold, geometric abstraction and a masterful use of space. As a genuine example of antique rugs, it offers a striking visual narrative rooted in the Southwest tradition.
The composition relies on a restrained and sophisticated chromatic scheme. The field is dominated by a rich, natural ivory color palette, providing a brilliant contrast to the stepped, serrated motifs rendered in deep charcoal and muted grey-browns. This careful selection of undyed or naturally dyed wools emphasizes the texture and the powerful, graphic nature of the design.
Structurally, the design employs a highly elongated central medallion format, though rendered in a purely abstract, serrated diamond shape typical of Native American Navajo weaving. This central axis is flanked by parallel columns of complex, repeating geometric forms that guide the eye vertically, giving the piece a sense of monumental scale despite its dimensions.
Measuring in a desirable small scatter size, this textile is perfectly suited for sophisticated placement in an entryway, study, or alongside contemporary furnishings where its graphic quality can be fully appreciated. The 1940s provenance ensures a robust, tightly woven structure, making this piece not merely decorative, but a durable work of textile art.
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- Dimensions
- 4′6″ × 7′4″ and 0.5″ thick
- Styles
- Navajo
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Rug Construction
- Flatweave
- Period
- 1940s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Ivory
- Condition Notes
- Good Good less
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