This
superb weaving is the work of the great Navajo
weaver Lilly Nez Tsosie. It is a STORM PATTERN
weaving measuring 35X26 inches. Take a look at the
pictures and this rug will sell itself. Lilly has
used a good combination of 8 natural native colors
in this weaving that make it very pleasing to the
eye.
I have
noticed Lilly usually weaves a few feathers into
each rug she makes, this weaving is no exception,
she has wove 4 feathers into it. We have bought
weavings from her 2 sisters for years,Suzy Nez
Tsosie and Sally Yazzie, also usually weave
feathers into their weavings, I am assuming this
is somewhat of a family tradition. Lilly is an
older sister of Sally Yazzie, well known for her
beautiful perfection weavings
Lilly's weavings are always
very tightly wove. I can furnish a warp/weft count
via email request. Lilly comes from the Bitter
Springs area of the Navajo Nation and has a great
reputation as a fine weaver. She is among the few
old-time traditional Navajo weavers left, that
still produces a limited number of great
weavings. Lilly is one of the most versatile and
accomplished weavers in our area. We are proud to
offer this weaving from LILLY NEZ TSOSIE.
FROM
HEART To HAND -
One of the most compelling aspects to the art of
weaving is not something seen with the naked
eye. Looking carefully at the remarkable design
of a Navajo rug, you may immediately recognize
the maker's gift of craftsmanship. What may not
be evident is that its true allure comes
straight from the heart of the weaver.
Within its precious threads, centuries of
artistic expression are meticulously woven
together with the very spirit of the person who
created it. From heart to hand, stories of
lives, loves and families flow through the loom,
weaving a wealth of personal history into its
fabric and making each piece a delight to the
touch, the eye and even the soul. Legend has it
the ancient art was handed down to the first
Navajo people over 2,500 years ago by Spider
Woman, who inspired them to weave their strong
spiritual connection to nature into their
designs.
Patterns of wind, sky and mountains came to
reflect the haunting beauty of their beloved
land. And through the generations, the art
itself became a "way of being", an important
life ritual, as weavers used their looms in
daily prayer to the cosmos to assure harmony and
balance with the elements.
Today's artists follow the path of the ancients
by weaving their own personality and character
into their designs. Highly original and
innovative, they often add an exciting new twist
to the traditional tapestry techniques to give
their creations a life beyond warmth or
decoration - and make art that is appreciated as
much for its spirit as it is for its beauty.
~ Wrote byJ. R. Fowler, Navajo Artist~
Navajo
weavings make an excellent investment. Experts
claim good Navajo weavings increase in value 20%
a year. Unlike Navajo reproduction weavings
imported from other countries.
This weaving is 100% authentic 100% handmade by
a Native American person. This weaving was made
in the USA. We offer a 30 day money back
guarantee.If you have any questions about this
item, email me at
FEBANKS@4cornersindianart.com.
THANKS FOR LOOKING!
Frank
4CORNERSINDIANART.COM
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