![]() ![]() As no two people see an object, person, place or thing exactly the same, no two rugs will ever be exactly the same-even when made by the same person. It’s important to know that every Pictorial rug is not only handmade, it’s created from the memory and vision of the individual weaver. Pictorial weavings are an important connection between the Navajo cultural beliefs, heritage and their love for a beautiful art form. Many of the scenic Pictorial weavings are made using bold colorations with a distinct stylish flair, from blue skies and vivid pine trees to the red cliffs of New Mexico. Made sparingly before the 1940s, they’ve become major collector’s pieces since the 1970s. Be it stories of old or today’s pop culture, Navajo weavers create masterful works of art that represent a wide range of life’s most precious experiences.Ĭrafted to tell the stories of a people rich in historical significance, Pictorial Rugs have long allowed the Navajo to share everything from common motifs, such as feathers, animals, and locations, to things that hold personal value to the individual weaver. ![]() They deftly capture the imagination by capturing the past, present and future in stunning, colorful detail. The Navajo people are more than just unmatched craftsman, they’re also storytellers who weave tales of courage, historic deeds and wondrous imagination into the very fabric of their Pictorial Rugs.įrom timeless landscapes to traditional celebrations to large, geometric designs, Navajo weavings are truly a joy to experience. ![]()
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