Name/Title
Miniature Navajo Saddle BlanketDescription
Tiny saddle blanket style rug with a series of white stepped triangles at the center, surrounded by red with stepped triangular edges, and a black border. It has two long selvage cords extending from each corner.Use
Miniature created for decorative purposesNavajo Rug Textile Details
Textile Shape
RectangularWarp
Average Warp Count
13Warp Colors
WhiteWarp Materials
WoolWeft
Weft Count
28Weft Colors
Black, Red, WhiteWeft Materials
Handspun WoolhasWeaveType
Tapestry WeaveNavajo Design Style
Saddle BlanketTop and Bottom Selvage Cords
Number of Cords
2Number of Ply Strands
3Colors
Black, RustSide Selvage Cords
Side Selvage Cord Type
Integral to WeavingNumber of Cords
2Number of Ply Strands
3Colors
BlackEthnography
Cultural Region
Region
SouthwestContinent
North AmericaDimensions
Width
3-1/8 inLength
4-1/8 inDimension Notes
The selvage cords extend approx. 2" to 2 1/4" from the corners.Relationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Catherine J. Carroll