Katherine Tontsoni, Rug, Yei, Navajo, 42" x 23"

This Navajo Yei rug by Katherine Tontsoni features a beautifully arranged procession of stylized Yei figures separated by tall corn stalk motifs. The figures are woven in warm shades of red, brown, blue, white, and black against a soft neutral background, while the green corn designs add vibrant contrast and rhythm. A dark inner border frames the central scene, complemented by a gray outer field accented with bright blue and golden zigzag detailing. The balanced spacing, crisp geometric forms, and colorful pictorial elements highlight the weaver’s careful craftsmanship throughout the piece. Handwoven by Navajo artist Katherine Tontsoni, this distinctive Yei rug is a striking example of Navajo pictorial weaving and Southwestern textile artistry.