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- Timeless Treasures of Two Grey Hills Exhibit
- $11000 to $15000
This exhibit highlights differing phases of influence on the Navajo weaver. Showcasing textiles we have collected over the years, as well as those commissioned from weavers we have worked with over the last 45 years.
Historically traders encouraged unique and signature designs for Navajo rugs in their particular area, in this case Toadlena and Two Grey Hills, to enhance marketability and cultivate regional styles. Sheep and their wool were vital to the livelihood of the Navajo. Using their natural resource of the sheep's wool to make rugs, weavers created a viable economic collaboration with post traders. The traders helped the Navajo by marketing the rugs they made beyond the borders of the reservation to the rest of the country. This brought "beeso" or money to their artisan economy by turning the sheep's wool into decorative and functional goods.
Timeless Treasures of Two Grey Hills Exhibit
Two Grey Hill Weaving : Historic : PC 129 : 46" x 65" : (3'10" x 5'5")
$ 15,000.00
This historic Two Grey Hills Storm Pattern Variant showcases the weaver's distinctive artistry through hand-carded and hand-spun Churro wool. The intricate white border, meticulously detailed throughout, serves as the weaver's personal signature—a mark of her mastery and creative pride. Featured in the prestigious Timeless Treasures of Two Grey ...
Bistie Navajo Weaving : Historic : PC 101 : 54" x 78" : (4'6" x 6'6")
$ 15,000.00
This distinguished Bistie weaving, attributed to Mary Henderson of the Two Grey Hills area, beautifully bridges two respected weaving traditions. Crafted from hand-carded and hand-spun native wool with aniline-dyed black accents, the piece displays a refined and sophisticated palette. The weaver's thoughtful approach demonstrates both technical ...