1980s Chinle necklace-length-25-26 A strong mid-century interpretation of

A strong mid-century interpretation of the historic Chief Blanket aesthetic with good color and graphic presence

The jar is made of native clay and fired traditionally out of doors in cedar wood and sheep manure

featuring an intricate overlay design depicting a Hopi village scene with symbolic elements including prayer feathers

with dynamic zigzag lightning lines connecting to corner elements representing the four sacred mountains

At Father Sky’s chest is two interlocking white zig-zag lines that represent the Milky Way

1980s Chinle necklace-length-25-26 A strong mid-century interpretation ofNavajo Chinle weaving, circa 1980s, woven with natural wool colors, vegetal dyes, and aniline red dye. The design features a classic horizontal banded layout with alternating fine stripe sections and bold geometric bands, including serrated diamond and stepped motifs. The combination of soft natural browns, grays, golds, and creams with stronger red accents gives the weaving the balanced, rhythmic character associated with Chinle style weavings. 54