Navajo, Rug, Circa 1970, 78" x 52"

This extraordinary, vintage textile is a stunning showcase of mid-century Navajo artistry, meticulously hand-woven circa 1970. The highly complex design features a mirrored pair of central cross-and-diamond medallions flanked by deeply staggered geometric corners and stepped terraces. Set against a cool, serene slate-grey field, the crisp patterns are dramatically emphasized by a sophisticated palette of deep burgundy, stark black, and bright white wool. A continuous, intricately jagged border frames the entire composition, creating a powerful sense of visual energy and enclosure. This authentic vintage piece beautifully captures a specialized era of Diné technical mastery, making it an irreplaceable treasure for collectors of historic Southwest textiles.