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Red woven tapestry with blue-black geometric triangles and zigzag patterns. The tapestry has a blue-black jagged trim and the patterns are horizontally mirrored along the center.
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Closeup of a red tapestry with alternating woven textures. The tapestry has a blue, jagged trim and geometric patterns. Next to the triangles are blue-black and green vertical rhombuses.
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Unknown Maker, Diné (Navajo)

Asdzáán bi beeldléí | Woman’s Manta,

Description

Maker

  • Unknown

Culture

Diné (Navajo), Native North American

Title

Asdzáán bi beeldléí | Woman’s Manta

Medium

wool

Materials/Techniques

Materials

  • wool,
  • twill weave with interlocking tapestry weave

Techniques

  • wool,
  • twill weave with interlocking tapestry weave

Dimensions

138.4 x 114.9 cm (54 1/2 x 45 1/4 inches)

Type

  • Textiles

Credit

Gift of Mrs. John Sloan

Object Number

42.093

About

Asdzáán bi beeldléí | Woman’s Manta
Women’s wearing blanket (manta)

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Diné Textiles

September 2, 2023 - September 29, 2024

Blankets and Baskets

July 2 - October 10, 2004

Form, Pattern, and Function

December 4, 1992 - January 24, 1993

A World of Costume and Textiles

September 22 - November 12, 1989

Raid the Icebox 1 with Andy Warhol

April 23 - June 30, 1970

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