Navajo Red Mesa / Teec Nos Pos Weaving (2008) Frances Begay

Description: This exquisite NAVAJO CHURRO WOOL RED MESA / TEEC NOS POS WEAVING (2008) by Frances Begay measure 36 in (91.44 cm) x 38 in (96.52 cm). In 2008, Begay's weaving won the 1st Place Blue Ribbon at the Gallup All Indian Inter-Tribal Ceremonial in Gallup, New Mexico; the oldest (since 1922) and largest Navajo Weaving Competition in the world. Of paramount importance, EACH of these exquisite 100% Churro wool Navajo weavings were purchased for two main reasons; to honor and support those historic Navajo Master Weavers whose life mission is to create such distinctive (and increasingly rare) Churro wool weavings, as well as to have chosen the BEST of the works that were available artistically when purchased DIRECTLY after each had won an Inter-Tribal Ribbon. Equally important to note and understand is that EACH of these amazing weavings have NEVER been displayed. Instead, they have been stored FLAT, at all times, within a highly protective, anti-mite container that could not have done anything to "age" or otherwise make these distinctive offerings anything less than as pristine as they were when obtained. The Registry Number for this weaving is 13-900 in The Navajo Churro Collection, established by Steve Getzwiller to verify authenticity. The Navajo Churro Collection Registry Numbers will be maintained at the Eiteljorg Museum (Indianapolis, Indiana) and the Heard Museum (Phoenix, Arizona) to preserve this record of authenticity for future generations. Teec Nos Pos Weavings have wide borders, intricate designs and tightly woven threads. This colorful textile will look beautiful on any floor, wall or safe location of your choice! ABOUT FRANCES BEGAY Frances Begay started weaving in 1982, when she was 26 years old. Her grandmother Mary Begay taught her how to weaver and her Aunt Sara Begay taught her the Crystal design. "My grandma thought I could carry on what she taught me. Weaving makes me think of tradition and spirit. I always think of my late late Grandmother and Aunt when I weave. They were major influences in my life," says Begay. "It is exciting to see my weavings for sale and then see that someone appreciates what I do and buys them for their home." Frances is an award winning Master Weaver. She has won many awards from the All Indian Inter-Tribal Ceremonial in Gallup, New Mexico, including the prestigious Joe Ben Wheat Award. Each year, the Joe Ben Wheat Award is given for Exceptional Design. Joe Ben Wheat (1916-1997) was famous for his expert knowledge of Navajo (Dine) blankets and weavings. To be honored with this award is very special. Frances' great blessing from Spiderwoman has gifted her to create more than 100 pieces of woven art for The Navajo Churro Collection. She is certainly a gifted loom artist! ABOUT CHURRO WOOL* The Spaniards introduced Churro Sheep into the Rio Grande Valley in the mid-1600's and the Navajos (Dine) obtained them through trade. The lustrous fibers of Churro Wool are long and straight, with a very low lanolin content, making them ideal for the limited hand methods of Navajo (Dine) weaving and reducing the necessity for extensive cleaning in a land of little water. Also, the Churro Sheep originated in the mountainous regions of Spain, and are very hardy and well adapted to the harsh, dry conditions of Northeast Arizona and Northwest New Mexico. Twice on the brink of extinction, this hardy breed of sheep continues to endure. In 1863, Kit Carson and the US Military incarcerated the Navajo (Dine) people and destroyed their economy (the sheep), taking the Navajos (Dines) to Bosque Redondo and killing a majority of their sheep. The escaping Navajo (Dine) went into hiding with the remnants of their flocks. Upon returning from "The Long Walk", they were issued new breeds of sheep, which for the most part replaced the Churro Wool in their weaving. However, some weavers' preference for Churro Wool persisted, and many managed to rebuild their Churro flocks. Later, in the 1930's, the US Congress enacted the Taylor Grazing Act, which resulted in the deaths of tens of thousands of sheep. This federally enforced stock reduction program was the result of overgrazing and the severe draught conditions of the dust bowl era. Still, a few bands of Churro Sheep survived, secreted away in the remote canyons of the Navajo (Dine) reservation. The historic superiority of Churro Wool weavings is apparent in the blankets that have survived through time. In recent years, the efforts of a few dedicated breeders have revived the Churro genetics and fleece quality. The obvious need to elevate the quality of the wool used in contemporary Navajo weavings inspired Steve Getzwiller to search for the best sources of Churro Wool available today, and to make his contribution to the process of reintroducing this wool to the Navajo Loom. One of his goals has been to establish the finest flock of Registered Navajo Churro Sheep on the Navajo (Dine) Reservation today. Today The Navajo Churro Collection is the premier collection of contemporary Navajo Weavings made from the Churro Wool Getzwiller provides to the most capable contemporary Navajo weavings. The fleece of this registered line of Churro sheep is the highest quality available. It is completely hand washed and dyed, then custom hand spun. The dyes utilized consist of aniline and natural vegetal dyes. The nature wool colors are also custom and hand spun to create rich, variegated browns, grays and tans. A registry of all the weavings was established for this collection. Each weaving is sequentially numbered and accompanied by a certificate which includes:The registry numberA photograph of the weaving and the artistAll other information pertaining to the weavingThis is provided to the collector for their information, as well as future historical reference. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Regular vacuuming is the most important and probably the only necessary cleaning your Navajo (Dine) Weaving will need. DO NOT USE A BEATER BAR. Only use smooth floor attachments when vacuuming. We also recommend turning the weaving from time to time.2. If the weaving appears to need a cleaning to brighten colors of if the white appears to be dingy, Woolite Rug Cleaner or Dreft can be used as directed.3. Spots can be removed immediately by blotting up with a paper or microfiber towel. Be persistent and use a clean towel each time your blot. You will be surprised how well this works!4. Wool is a natural fiber that is not too difficult to clean. There is almost nothing that you can do to a Navajo (Dine) Weaving that cannot be fixed. HANGING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Apply Velcro to a piece of 0.25 in (0.635 cm) thick, 3 in (7.62 cm) wide wooden lathe the length of your weaving.2. Tack the wooden lathe to the wall with small nails.3. Press the weaving the the Velcro.4. This will make it easy to vacuum the weaving often and rotate two to three times per year.

Price: 2995 USD

Location: Agawam, Massachusetts

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