Gold /Tan Crosses Native American Hand woven Accent Rug 26" x 36"

Native American Hand-Woven Wool Accent Rug, Navajo-Style Geometric Diamond and Cross Pattern, Circa 1920–1950

Dimensions: 26 inches wide x 36 inches long

This warm, golden-toned hand-woven accent rug is a beautiful example of the Southwestern geometric weaving tradition, featuring a classic double-diamond medallion composition centered on two large stepped diamonds, each enclosing a bold cross motif in soft grey against a field of creamy tan. The surrounding burnished amber ground is framed by a lively zigzag border — a design element deeply rooted in Navajo weaving history, where such lightning-bolt patterns carried spiritual significance representing powerful natural forces. The restrained, earthy palette of gold, tan, cream, and grey gives this piece a quiet, timeless sophistication that translates beautifully into both traditional and contemporary interiors.

The weave itself is flat and tight in the tapestry tradition, constructed on a warp-faced loom with weft-faced patterning — the same fundamental technique that Navajo weavers have employed for centuries. The symmetrical layout, with two mirrored medallions stacked vertically, reflects design conventions that became especially popular during the Rug Period (roughly 1900–1940), when weavers transitioned from wearing blankets to producing floor and decorative rugs for the growing Anglo-American collector market. The cross-within-diamond motif is among the most iconic in the Southwestern weaving canon, appearing in regional styles from Ganado to Crystal, and carries layered symbolic meaning tied to the cardinal directions and the Navajo ancestral homeland.

At 26 by 36 inches, this is an extremely versatile piece — ideal as a table runner, hearth rug, entry accent, or framed textile wall hanging. Its compact size and warm tones make it easy to live with, and its hand-woven character ensures no two passes of the weft are exactly alike.

Style: Navajo-style Southwestern Geometric; Rug Period / Mid-Century Transitional

Maker: Unknown Native American or Southwestern weaver

Materials: Handspun and/or commercial wool; natural and aniline-dyed fibers in gold, amber, tan, cream, and grey

Price Note: At under $60, this hand-woven textile is a genuinely exceptional value. Comparable pieces of similar age, construction, and design sell for multiples of this price at galleries and auction. Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply someone who appreciates beautiful handcraft, this is a find worth snapping up.

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Item Number: 5877-16

Item ID: 292476

Category: TRADITIONAL

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