| This
book of postcards offers a dazzling array of richly hued,
intricately patterned textiles made by Navajo people from
1840 through to 1970; more than a century's worth of Navajo
textile designs selected for their historical significance
and accompanied by an informative essay. Included are examples
of tapestries, rugs, ponchos, serapes, and blankets of every
description, from wearing blankets and chief's blankets to
pictorial blankets, transitional blankets, and saddle blankets.
All are from the collection of the Southwest Museum in Los
Angeles, California. 30 colour photographs.
17.5cm x 12cm |