Navajo Saddle Blankets C. 1900 - 20s
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:49793035 | Handmade: Yes |
| Origin: Navajo | Artisan: Navajo |
| Tribal Affiliation: Navajo | Provenance: Navajo |
Pair of Navajo Saddle Blankets c. 1900-20sMeasurements and condition correspond with the main image from left to right :1.) 54.5" x 38". This weaving is in fair condition, with significant weft wear to the center, allowing some warps to peek through. There is wear to the edges and corners, as well. The warp count is 8, and the weft count is 20, per inch. 2.) 49.5" x 27". This weaving is in fair condition; there is spotting, color-run, significant weft wear, allowing warps to peek throu...gh, and signs of old restoration along one of the edges. The warp count is 6, and the weft count is 36, per inch. Please contact us for more images.
Acquired from a private collection in Arizona.
Number T91924-0121-001Navajo saddle blankets come in a variety of sizes, colors, and thickness. The earliest saddle blankets were created in the 1870s. During the 1890s Navajo Saddle blankets made from Germantown wool became fashionable, and are some of the most intricate eyedazzler's ever executed. They were tightly woven and done in numerous bright colors. Often woven on store bought cotton twine, these did not hold up to the heavy use on a horse and saddle. These are highly collectable especially when in good condition. 1900 to 1930 was the golden era of Navajo Saddle blankets. Many of the most uniquely Navajo pieces were executed during this time. These simple yet elegant navajo rugs are very collectable today especially some of the more simplistic designs. Single Saddle Blankets were roughly 30 inches square, and Double Saddle Blankets were of similar width, but about twice and long and were doubled over when in use to provide extra padding. Early saddle blankets often were woven in simple striped patterns, and double saddle blankets now are sometimes difficult to distinguish from small wearing blankets of the Transitional Period. By the end of the period, saddle blankets frequently had patterns only at the corners or edges since only those parts of the blanket were visible when in use. Double saddle blankets sometimes had a different pattern on each half. Fancy Saddle Blankets, often featuring bright colors, elaborate patterns and fringes, were probably more for show than function. The Navajo typically made twill saddle blankets with two contrasting colors to create a vibrant optical effect.
Medicine Man Gallery has been in the Antique Native American art business since 1992. We have one of the largest inventories of Antique Native American art for sale in the country, offering Navajo Rugs and Blankets, American Pueblo Pottery, Indian Baskets, Hopi Kachinas, Old Pawn Jewelry, Contemporary Native American Jewelry, and Native American Beadwork, as well as Ethnographic Art, Western Americana, Art of the West and Native American Art. Before purchasing please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have about the condition of this item; we are happy to send additional images.
Acquired from a private collection in Arizona.
Number T91924-0121-001Navajo saddle blankets come in a variety of sizes, colors, and thickness. The earliest saddle blankets were created in the 1870s. During the 1890s Navajo Saddle blankets made from Germantown wool became fashionable, and are some of the most intricate eyedazzler's ever executed. They were tightly woven and done in numerous bright colors. Often woven on store bought cotton twine, these did not hold up to the heavy use on a horse and saddle. These are highly collectable especially when in good condition. 1900 to 1930 was the golden era of Navajo Saddle blankets. Many of the most uniquely Navajo pieces were executed during this time. These simple yet elegant navajo rugs are very collectable today especially some of the more simplistic designs. Single Saddle Blankets were roughly 30 inches square, and Double Saddle Blankets were of similar width, but about twice and long and were doubled over when in use to provide extra padding. Early saddle blankets often were woven in simple striped patterns, and double saddle blankets now are sometimes difficult to distinguish from small wearing blankets of the Transitional Period. By the end of the period, saddle blankets frequently had patterns only at the corners or edges since only those parts of the blanket were visible when in use. Double saddle blankets sometimes had a different pattern on each half. Fancy Saddle Blankets, often featuring bright colors, elaborate patterns and fringes, were probably more for show than function. The Navajo typically made twill saddle blankets with two contrasting colors to create a vibrant optical effect.
Medicine Man Gallery has been in the Antique Native American art business since 1992. We have one of the largest inventories of Antique Native American art for sale in the country, offering Navajo Rugs and Blankets, American Pueblo Pottery, Indian Baskets, Hopi Kachinas, Old Pawn Jewelry, Contemporary Native American Jewelry, and Native American Beadwork, as well as Ethnographic Art, Western Americana, Art of the West and Native American Art. Before purchasing please feel free to contact us with any questions you may have about the condition of this item; we are happy to send additional images.
