Vintage Southwestern Texcoco Saltillo Blanket Kilim, Mexican Deity Motif, Royal Blue, 4x6

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From the workshops of Coahuila in northern Mexico comes this striking vintage Texcoco kilim, handwoven in the early 20th century … Read more From the workshops of Coahuila in northern Mexico comes this striking vintage Texcoco kilim, handwoven in the early 20th century in a textile tradition that draws on both indigenous Mesoamerican symbolism and the weaving techniques of the colonial Southwest. The bold royal blue field � a signature of the Texcoco workshop tradition � is adorned with intricate motifs in brown, black, ivory, and tan, and at the heart of the design sits a powerful central figure: a deity seated and holding a cup, an image with deep resonance in the ceremonial art of ancient Mexico. Woven with the skill and intentionality of a true artisan, this kilim is as compelling as a work of art as it is beautiful as a decorative textile � equally stunning on the floor or mounted as a wall tapestry.


Dimensions: 54" x 75"

Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of 20th Century

Place of Origin: Coahuila, Mexico

Material: Wool, Cotton

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use


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