Pendleton blankets are given to returning veterans who ha... Pendleton blankets inspired by Navajo designs benefit Center of Southwest Studies - The Durango Herald × ...

WILLIAMSBURG — For generations, Navajo women crafted colorful, boldly designed blankets and rugs on hand looms, drawing inspiration from everyday objects and the changing world around them. S… ...

Earlier this month, the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation announces that it has received a rare and treasured example of a Navajo First Phase Chief’s Blanket from the late classic period (1865-1870).

The star of the collection, estimated to sell between $200,000 and $300,000, is a Navajo First Phase Chief’s Wearing Blanket marked by rare red striping.

Prior to the Navajo's production of goods for sale, they made items for their own use. Blanket-weight weavings were used as ...

The highlight is a rare Navajo Man's Wearing Blanket. It's woven in a "chief's first phase design" characterized by the addition of fine red stripes. Its pre-sale estimate is $200,000 to $300,000.