Trading Post Rug, circa 1940 22772 as few examples seem to

as few examples seem to have survived

A white snowflake and a vivid red moon stand against a stark black field

dated 1895

original circa 1948 painting by Colorado Springs artist Lewis Lee Tilley (1921-2005)

outer dimensions measure 22 x 26 ¼ x ¾ inches

Trading Post Rug, circa 1940 22772 as few examples seem toVintage circa 1940s Navajo rug, handwoven from native hand spun wool in natural fleece colors of brown black, ivory and aniline dyed red. Hooked geometric elements are bordered by a tumbling block design. This textile is well suited for use on the floor as an area rug, as a wall hanging tapestry either horizontally or vertically or a furniture covering.