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The name Saxony refers to high-quality, silky, and naturally dyed years. Now, when it comes to natural dyes, they are way better than artificial ones. The natural dyes last longer, have a better vibrancy and do not fade away that easily. That is why Navajo rugs last longer than the others.

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The Yeibichai rug is a depiction of ceremonies in which human dancers (usually 6) impersonate Yeis (the holy people). These dancers will usually be in profile with one leg bent as if dancing. They can be men or the men alternate with women. In these rugs, you may find a medicine man administering to a patient. Other figures may also be included such as a clown and a lead dancer. The Yeibechais are specifically participants of a particular Navajo healing ceremony. Although it is usually a nighttime ceremony, the rug usually does not portray a night scene.

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On that note, the factors that are true for the natural dyes of the Navajo rugs are true for the material.

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It is important to get a Navajo Navajo rug at a dealer that is located near or on the reservation. Rugs from distant areas are often difficult for authenticators to verify. Buy authentic rugs to support local art communities and make an investment in American art. You should not purchase a rug in a departmental store. It is possible that the designer simply used a Navajo image to give it a look of being made by Navajos.

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People who enjoy decorating their homes in rugs of many types and designs will have heard of the Navajo rugs. These rugs are authentic in appearance and demonstrate the high craftsmanship of the ancient rugweavers. Many museums organize auctions to offer ancient Navajo rugs, often at a premium beyond what you could imagine. What is the secret to this price? Why is Navajo rugs less expensive than other types? There are many reasons why Navajo rugs are so highly valued and popular.

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Families quickly rebuilt their sheep herds and resumed production of their own hand-spun yarns, although the Churro sheep had been replaced by American Merino sheep which had shorter, greasier wool that was much harder to clean and spin by hand. Weavers also found that the market for their blankets was changing rapidly. The trading post system and its ties to the railroad brought relatively cheap manufactured clothing and supplies to the Navajo and surrounding tribes. Anglo-style coats and dresses were replacing wearing blankets as the clothing of choice among Native peoples.

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Just send us an email with your order number and we’ll send you instructions.  We will give you a full refund within the first 60 days after your order ships out.  After that, we have to charge a 25% restocking fee. You are responsible for return shipping fees unless you are swapping for a different design or size.
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Yes! We can ship anywhere in the world. Please send us an email with your address before placing an order outside of the US and Canada though. We need to partially charge you for shipping when you place your order.
We find rug pads are not necessary to protect your flooring. However, some people choose to use rug pads to prevent their rug from sliding around.
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All of our rugs are made to order and go through a rigorous inspection process. You can typically expect your rug to be shipped 2 weeks from when you make your purchase.