Period

The period this art piece was created.

Antique- collector's item, period piece, antiquity, heirloom Pawn- put in pawn, give as security, use as collateral; informal hock, put in hock(we have no true pawn) Vintage- classic, ageless, timel
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Refers to weavings made approximately during this time period. Most were blankets and wearable items.
 
Includes some of the finest weaving, including the innovative Burnhams begun by the Begay sisters.
 
 
Very approximate dating, as many weavings were sold during this time without accompanying paperwork identifying the weaver and/or time of purchase.
 
Includes rugs made for the tourist market, when Oriental designs were introduced during the heyday of the regional trading posts, including Ganado, Two Grey Hills, Teec Nos Pos and others.
 
Introduction of the first floor rugs, eye dazzlers, commercial dyes and yarns from Germantown, Pennsylvania.
 
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