Bidspirit auction | NAVAJO THIRD PHASE CHIEF BLANKET

NAVAJO THIRD PHASE CHIEF BLANKET - A stunning Navajo third phase chief blanket in excellent overall condition. Measures 59.5'' x 58''. The first phase began around 1800 and has simple groups of broad bands. The second phase, with small rectangles appearing across the three widest bands, developed by 1850. In the third phase, introduced in the 1860s, triangles and diamonds appear on top of the background bands. From the estate of photographer, Harry Gross. Additional photos and video available upon request.