| Stock number | 21420 |
| Size | 2 ft x 3 ft (0.61 m x 0.91 m) |
| Origin | Native American |
| Age | Circa 1940 |
| Style | Navajo |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Flat Weave |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Navajo American Brown 1940s Square Rug, Circa Date: 1940s. This exceptional square piece of Americana weaving represents the enduring tradition of Southwestern textiles. Its simple, graphic composition and robust wool construction exemplify high-quality antique rugs from the mid-20th century, offering a tangible connection to the history of Native American artistry. The palette is defined by rich, naturalistic hues, emphasizing deep cocoa and lighter ochre tones derived from traditional vegetal dyes. The interplay of these shades creates a warm, grounded aesthetic, making it a superb example of brown earth-tone color rugs. Subtle cream and off-white bands provide necessary visual separation between the primary patterned registers. Characterized by a strong, linear structure, the design utilizes horizontal striping overlaid with repeating, stylized lozenge motifs.