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Spanish-American

Man's wearing blanket (Rio Grande Style sarape), 1850-1870

Description

Maker

  • Unknown

Culture

Spanish-American

Title

Man's wearing blanket (Rio Grande Style sarape)

Year

1850-1870

Medium

wool

Materials/Techniques

Materials

  • wool

Dimensions

Length: 223.5 cm (88 inches)

Type

  • Textiles

Credit

Gift of Mrs. Arnold B. Chace, Jr.

Object Number

43.309

Exhibition History

Exhibition History

Blankets and Baskets

July 2 - October 10, 2004

Many influences came to bear upon Navajo weaving from other settlers in the area. During the 17th century, Spanish weavers from Mexico established themselves along the Rio Grande River in New Mexico, pushing the Pueblo people who lived there into Navajo territory. Tradition has it that the Pueblo taught the Navajo to weave at this time. Rio Grande weavers also introduced long-haired “churro” sheep, which became the mainstay of both Navajo and Pueblo weaving, along with indigo dyes and boldly striped patterns, which the Navajo also borrowed for their own blankets.
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