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Vintage! Three Primitive NAVAJO Woven Wool Tapestry Samplers w/Women Beige/Red

$ 163.67

Availability: 94 in stock
  • Tribal Affiliation: Navajo
  • Artisan: Artist Unknown
  • Condition: Pre-owned. I describe what I see to the best of my ability. If you see something you have a question about, please ask prior to bidding. There is evidence of moth activity in a few places on all three, corner damage on one, and some marks at the bottom of the larger tapestry. See last five photos for examples of these various issues. In my opinion, considering their estimated age, these are intact with nice colors and can be hung for display, unique imperfections and all. Thanks for looking.
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Culture: Native American: US
  • Handmade: Yes
  • Origin: United States

    Description

    Three vintage primitive Navajo wool tapestries depicting women in various poses. These are absolutely charming collectible American Indian textiles. Acquired at a gallery in Santa Fe in 1999 (condition issues indicated above were present when purchased--not atypical for old wool textiles.) They are woven in wool yarn with a beige field color and variety of design colors including dark brown, grey, red, orange. All have slightly irregular edges (see photos). Approximate measurements: Long tapestry with forward facing woman is 15"x34". Woman with arrow design is 14"x14" .  Woman with grey striped skirt is 13.5"x14". Artist unknown so therefore I do not know where these technically rank along the spectrum of Navajo weaving skill. These are samplers and could be as old as 1940s but not certain. They are very collectible. This auction includes all three tapestries as pictured. They would be beautiful framed together.
    Please note this is a hand-made textile. Hand-made textiles are not "perfect" nor are they rigid. They have natural intrinsic variations and irregularities in yarn, color, texture, and weave. Because they are estimated to be old, there is likely some color fading along with the condition issues listed above. Nevertheless, I think the colors are still lovely.
    The package will insured for the purchase price and USPS Signature Delivery Confirmation will be required upon delivery. Shipping cost reflects those charges.
    Payment due within 48 hours or order will be cancelled under the assumption winning bidder is no longer interested. No international shipping. Please note I do not accept returns. No combined shipping. Please check out my other listings and keep checking back for new inventory. Thanks for looking!