Sandpainting

32" x 32" - (Not Available for Sale)
Yolanda Begay  -  Blue Gap, Arizona
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Any Irregularity of image is due to camera angle only.
All weavings are perfectly square or rectangular.

     Sandpainting style weavings are based upon ceremonial sandpaintings, and are usually square in shape.  Sandpainting style rugs portray the spiritual realm of the Navajo people, and are therefore somewhat controversial amongst weavers. 
     The weaving may depict supernatural beings, the spirits of the earth and the sky, and native creatures and plants.  Common elements in Sandpainting rugs include snakes, lizards, feathers and other ceremonial objects. 
     The area of the Navajo Nation around Shiprock, NM is known for originating Sandpainting style weavings.  Sandpainting rugs are very rare and thus, are very expensive Navajo weavings.