Look out for lazy lines. A lazyline is a diagonal, 45 degree angle line that the Navajo weaver forms as he creates the rug. It can be a sign of authenticity in Navajo rugs. Although knock-off rugs sometimes have similar looking lines, the presence of one is a good indicator. While the weaver works, a lazy arc is created. The weaver will sit in front of a section and work in the weft. The weaver then moves to another section. The weaver creates beautiful lines throughout the body of the rug by doing this.

They are used here because they were inspired by photographs of such rugs. The inherit nature of Native Americans' design meant that borders could not be used. They believed that their creations were connected to their spirituality and something that should not be shared. The boundaries acted as a barrier and inhibited the spirituality in the design. We had to add another feature, the Spider Woman's Hole. The Spider Woman's Hole is a small slit located in the middle of the blanket's design area. It's named after the woman, who legend has said taught the Navajo how weave. The hole serves as a spirit line to allow the design energy that went into it back into the real world. Many people love to decorate their homes with rugs in different styles and types. They might have heard of the Navajo rugs. They are authentic and reflect the exceptional craftsmanship of the ancient rug weaver.

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There are some standard sizes in Navajo Rugs because of the way it is woven, by hand on a Navajo Loom. Common sizes are 4x6, 5x8, 6x9…. (of course there are more sizes available, larger and smaller). You get the idea, rugs are usually woven in a rectangular configuration. The price will vary greatly by the size you need. Some large Navajo Rugs may take 1, 2, or 3 years to make and are harder to find, so they are in a higher price range. Smaller Navajo Rugs start at $100 and they go up from there. Antique Navajo rugs, depending on size can range from around $1,000 up to many thousands. Provenance can also add value to historic Navajo rugs, for example, previous collection history, or prior publication, etc.

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The easiest and most foolproof way to determine a fake Navajo rug is by examining the ends to see if the warps were tucked back in or if they are truly continuous. If they are tucked in, then every other warp area will have two threads as is illustrated below:

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Navajo rugs are the most expensive of all the rugs. Navajo rugs can be quite expensive. They have a rich history. The second thing you'll notice is the excellent level of craftsmanship. Also, it is important to know the weaving method used by weavers in making these rugs. These rugs have a significantly higher quality than any other rug available. Want to learn more about Navajo rugs or why they are more expensive than regular rugs.

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Those made at the beginning of the century typically featured aniline red with natural whites, browns and greys, while rugs made from the 1920s on tended to rely even more heavily on a wide range of natural wool colors. One of the most popular designs that likely resulted from Moore’s work at Crystal was the Storm Pattern. It is generally defined as a central rectangle connected by zig-zag lines to smaller rectangles in each corner. The storm pattern often is said to have symbolic meaning: the zig-zags are lighting, the corner rectangles are the four sacred mountains of the Navajo or the four directions or the four winds, etc.

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These Native American blankets were extremely valuable and expensive. They were often worn only by Native American Chiefs. These blankets were also highly prized by native and Spanish traders.These blankets are rare, with only a handful remaining today. It was lot #1062 at John Moran’s auction and was expected sell for $100,000-$200,000. It sold for a lot more than that. I hope the person who bought it doesn't have any childhood fantasies and keeps it in a light-controlled glass case.The best way to tell the story of Native American history is through their art, and not in books. Textiles are some of the most important pieces of cultural heritage. This blanket from the Navajo chief tells the story of the Native American community's spirituality, struggle for survival and their struggles.

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All of our rugs are made to order and go through a rigorous inspection process. You can typically expect your rug to be shipped 2 weeks from when you make your purchase.
We find rug pads are not necessary to protect your flooring. However, some people choose to use rug pads to prevent their rug from sliding around.