{"product_id":"vintage-american-southwest-navajo-yei-figure-handwoven-wool-wall-art-c-1960-s","title":"Vintage American Southwest Navajo Yei Figure Handwoven Wool Wall Art, c.1960’s","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Navajo Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Navajo Artisan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eCountry:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e United States\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handwoven Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003ePeriod Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Southwestern Navajo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eDate of Manufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e c.1960’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Original Vintage Condition \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eNumber of Items:\u003c\/b\u003e 1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eID Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10423\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e36.50”H x 55”W x 0.25”D\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb data-stringify-type=\"bold\"\u003eDescription: \u003c\/b\u003eThis vintage Navajo Yei-style pictorial rug is a striking example of handwoven textile art, created by a skilled Navajo artisan in the American Southwest during the 1960s. Rendered in richly balanced earth tones of rust, cream, black, and soft peach, the composition features repeated stylized Yei figures—spiritual beings that symbolize harmony, protection, and connection to the natural and sacred world. Each figure is thoughtfully woven with geometric precision, reflecting generations of Navajo weaving tradition where symbolism, storytelling, and craftsmanship are deeply intertwined. Handwoven from wool using traditional techniques, the rug carries a strong tactile presence and authenticity, with subtle variations that speak to its handmade origin. Originally distributed through a regional trading post or gallery—as indicated by the Garland’s Sedona label—this piece represents the moment when Navajo weaving transitioned from purely cultural practice to highly respected collectible art. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun Historical Fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYei figures originate from Navajo ceremonial sandpaintings, where they represent Holy People who act as intermediaries between humans and the spiritual world. While true ceremonial designs are not meant to be replicated exactly, Navajo weavers began interpreting these forms into rugs during the 20th century, creating what are now known as Yei or pictorial rugs. By the mid-century period, trading posts and galleries in places like Arizona played a key role in introducing these works to collectors across the United States. Today, these rugs are celebrated not only for their visual impact but also as meaningful expressions of Navajo cultural identity and storytelling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vintage Supply","offers":[{"title":"Handwoven Wool \/ Brown \/ Southwestern Navajo","offer_id":45041161633992,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0509\/1272\/3144\/files\/Foto3-28-26_112218am.1..jpg?v=1774904975","url":"https:\/\/vintagesupplystore.com\/products\/vintage-american-southwest-navajo-yei-figure-handwoven-wool-wall-art-c-1960-s","provider":"Vintage Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}