Third-phase Chief-style Blanket
Maker and role
Maker: Navajo, Native American
Year
ca. 1885-1910
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Object detail
Media/Materials
Wool
Measurements
56 x 71in (142.2 x 180.3cm)
Credit line
Bequest of Marion Koogler McNay
Accession number
1950.770.8
Object type
Department
Location
Further information
Considered one of the oldest Navajo weaving styles, the Chief Blanket was originally characterized by horizontal bands that were later superimposed with rectanbles and diamond motifs.
The name of the style originates from merchants who purchased such blankets for sale or trade to Plains Indian chiefs for their wives and daughters. The heaviness of the weaving indicates that the textile's original purpose may have been decorative and not functional.
The name of the style originates from merchants who purchased such blankets for sale or trade to Plains Indian chiefs for their wives and daughters. The heaviness of the weaving indicates that the textile's original purpose may have been decorative and not functional.
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