{"product_id":"handmade-antique-native-american-navajo-yei-rug-2-1-x-3-4-64cm-x-104cm-1910s-2b66","title":"Handmade Antique Native American Navajo Yei Rug 2.1' x 3.4' (64cm x 104cm), 1910s - 2B66","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Portal to Navajo Spiritual Tradition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImmerse yourself in the profound cultural heritage of Native American art with this exceptional antique Navajo Yei wool rug, handcrafted in the 1910s. This remarkable textile represents more than mere decoration—it embodies the spiritual beliefs and ceremonial practices of the Navajo people, serving as a tangible connection to early 20th-century indigenous artistry and cosmology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSacred Yei Figure Composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rug features four stylized human figures representing Yei spirits—holy beings from Navajo cosmology who mediate between the human and spiritual realms. These ceremonial figures are depicted holding feather-like objects, symmetrically arranged to create visual harmony while maintaining the sacred balance central to Navajo worldview. Each figure carries symbolic meaning rooted in centuries of cultural tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarthy Natural Color Palette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe color scheme employs earthy tones of brown, gray, and black that derive from natural dyes available to early 20th-century Navajo weavers. These grounded hues are set against a cream background that provides spiritual clarity and visual emphasis for the sacred figures, creating a composition that feels both ancient and timeless in its aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStriking Border Symbolism\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design is framed by a powerful black border that contains the spiritual energy of the Yei figures, complemented by zigzag patterns along the top and bottom edges that may represent lightning or other natural forces in Navajo symbolism. These border elements demonstrate the sophisticated design sensibility of Navajo weavers working within traditional constraints.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional Antique Preservation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn good condition for its century-plus age, this rug displays the characteristic wear that authenticates its history while maintaining structural integrity. The wool retains its durability and texture, with the natural dyes showing the subtle variations that confirm their handmade origins and distinguish this piece from later commercial productions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Product Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle Navajo Yei Ceremonial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod Early 20th Century, circa 1910s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin Native American\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Good Antique Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial Handwoven Wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions 2 ft 1 in x 3 ft 5 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions (Metric) 64 cm x 104 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrimary Colors Brown, Gray, Black, Cream\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"One Royal Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52644373299546,"sku":"2B66","price":115900.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/9656\/8577\/files\/2B66_1.jpg?v=1762283826","url":"https:\/\/www.oneroyalart.com\/en-europe\/products\/handmade-antique-native-american-navajo-yei-rug-2-1-x-3-4-64cm-x-104cm-1910s-2b66","provider":"One Royal Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}