Second Phase Navajo Chief’s Blanket

Navajo

Circa 1880 | Wool | Item 2032

The soft colors in this second phase coupled with the simplified banding gives this blanket a very handsome look. The way the three barber poll bands reverse their direction gives these simple, red rectangles extra energy. The weave is very blanket like, not rug like. This blanket looks particularly good put onto a shoulder mount. See the final photo for the mounted blanket.

Price
SOLD
Dimensions 82" by 58"
Condition Very good, no restoration, has a few stains
Provenance From a private New Mexico collection
Navajo second phase chief's blanket circa 1880, all hand spun wool weft with synthetic red dye.
The second phase chief's blanket mounted onto a shoulder mount.