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While basic knowledge of regional characteristics is useful in the study of Navajo rug ID, in the Navajo nation today a rug with a regional name such as Two Grey Hills may have actually been woven by a weaver from a completely different region. To aid in Navajo rug ID, there are certain ones that can be identified by their distinctive colors, others by the bands of color and the designs within those bands, and certain others by their distinctive designs. The Ganadoand Klagetoh tend to have simpler designs than the similar Two Grey Hills, and Burntwater rugs.

A great way to determine the authenticity and quality of your Native American Rug are to examine its characteristics. You can check for short corner ties between the end cords or selvage. It is the best way for your rugs to be authentic than buying authentic ones. You can also visit Indian Arts and Crafts Board's website to learn more about rugs and similar artifacts. The right certification stamp is required to verify authenticity.

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It is not likely that the rug is authenticated if there is a bundle or warps along the edges. There are very few Navajo rugs that have such bundles. And even then, only two or three of the warp threads would make up that bundle. Additionally, only one warp string would be placed next to that bundle. Many Navajo rugs come with side cords. Navajo rugs may have what Indian dealers call "lazylines." It is an inaccurate, insulting term and I hope that it will be replaced soon by the "Section Line." A section line or diagonal joint in the weave is where a weaver can work on a single section of the rug. She weaves a section, then switches to weaving another. This creates the diagonal part line. However, not all Navajo rugs include section lines.

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It should be noted, however, that many rugs produced throughout the century did not conform to a particular regional style and are now difficult to assign to a specific trading post. In recent years as weavers have become more mobile and independent of local trading posts, they often choose to weave patterns originated outside of their area. Many also combine motifs and characteristics from several different regions. As a result, the regional style names are now mostly used to identify common pattern types without necessarily referring to the exact place of origin of a specific weaving.

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Single Saddle Blankets were roughly 30″ 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 Transitional wearing blankets. 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.

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native american rugs paiute design

The warp ends will hang from each end. You will need to darn the ends into the rug's body in order to make a Navajo Navajo rug. This is done by attaching a set of non-functional end cords. You might also attach side cords to complete the fake. To determine if a fake Navajo rug exists, the easiest and most reliable way is to examine the ends. This will allow you to check if the warps have been tucked in or if they are actually continuous. If they are tucked back in, each other warp area will have 2 threads. The rug may not be genuine if it has a bundle of warps near the edge. Rarely will Navajo rugs have such bundles. Even then, there would be only two or 3 warp threads in the bundle. The bundle would also contain only one warp yarn. As I mentioned, most Navajo rugs include side cords. Moreover, virtually all Navajo rugs do not have fringed warp threads at both ends.

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The design of this style of Navajo rug usually portrays a cornstalk or a tree growing out of a basket. There will be brightly colored birds, some recognizable such as Cardinals or Woodpeckers. Some will be flying, others perched or sitting around the basket. Often, butterflies, small animals such as rabbits and squirrels, as well as bright flowers and vines will be present. This type of weaving was developed in the 1950s and involvesa special technique which results in a three dimensional effect, making araised outline on the front side. Many of the New Lands weavers come from the Coal Mine Mesa area of the Navajo Nation.

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