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Hubbell Revival-style Rug with Moki (Moqui) Stripes, c. 1890-1910. Creator: Unknown
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Hubbell Revival-style Rug with Moki (Moqui) Stripes, c. 1890-1910. Creator: Unknown
Hubbell Revival-style Rug with Moki (Moqui) Stripes, c. 1890-1910. Navajo blankets are splendid microcosms of the Southwests cultural richness. This example has two old Navajo designs: the terraced diamond and the striped moki pattern. Mokis origin is unclear. It may have come from Pueblo peoples, from whom the Navajo learned weaving after migrating to the Southwest from Canada. Or it could have come from the Spaniards, who arrived in the Southwest in 1540, not long after the Navajo. Though the patterns are old, the blanket was created around 1900 when Navajo weavers began to innovate for the Anglo market, and wearing-blankets, which were worn around the shoulders, became rugs sold to outsiders. In Navajo legend, weaving is connected to the mythic Spider-Woman, who on her loom wove the universe from cosmic materials. Weaving, then, is an activity charged with meaning. The Navajo place emphasis not so much on the final product but on the process, which they regard as a means of creating beauty and projecting it onto the world
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This print showcases a Hubbell Revival-style Rug with Moki (Moqui) Stripes, dating back to the late 19th or early 20th century. The Navajo people have long been revered for their exquisite weaving skills, and this rug is a testament to their cultural richness. The intricate design of this rug features two ancient Navajo patterns: the terraced diamond and the striped moki pattern. The origins of the moki pattern remain uncertain, as it could have been influenced by either Pueblo peoples or Spanish settlers who arrived in the Southwest around the same time as the Navajo. Created during a period when Navajo weavers began adapting their craft for sale to non-Native markets, this blanket-turned-rug represents an innovative shift in traditional practices. Originally intended as wearing-blankets worn around one's shoulders, these rugs were now being sold to outsiders seeking unique pieces of art. In Navajo mythology, weaving holds great significance as it is connected to Spider-Woman, a mythical figure who wove the universe on her loom using cosmic materials. For the Navajo people, weaving is not just about producing a final product; it is an act filled with meaning and beauty that they project onto the world. This stunning photograph captures not only an exceptional piece of Native American craftsmanship but also serves as a reminder of how culture and tradition can evolve over time while still retaining its inherent beauty and symbolism.
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