Collection Highlights
Brandywine bowl (brandewijnkom)
ca. 1700
1911.38
Silver
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Rug
Title
Rug
Object name
Navajo blanket
Date
1800-1850
Medium
Wool, cotton
Dimensions
Overall: 71 1/2 x 49 x 1/4 in. ( 181.6 x 124.5 x 0.6 cm )
Description
Rectangular Navajo blanket with wool weft and cotton warp; chevron pattern with parallel bars composed of triangles of alternating color; black, green, yellow, peach, turquoise, maroon, and chartreuse on red ground; small yarn tassel at each corner.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. William Sulzer
Object Number
1943.315
Gallery Label
An old exhibition label found with this object identifies it as a "Navaho Indian blanket, made in New Mexico, early 19th century."
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
