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Catalog Number

CAS 0370-0660   CAS 0370-0660; Saddle throw
Category Textiles
Object Name Saddle throw
Culture Navajo
Global Region North America
Country USA
State/Prov./Dist. Arizona, New Mexico
County
Other Geographic Data Navajo Indian Reservation
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture ca. 1930-1950
Collection Name Elkus Collection (Native American)
Materials Handspun natural wool warp; Handspun natural and aniline dyed wool weft
Description Saddle throw or rug woven entirely in diamond twill weave in plain white, except for narrow black band across center and along each end; Warp ends are plied and knotted along one end to form short fringe.
Dimensions (cm) Width = 56.5, Length = 60.5