Native American Navajo Rug--Saddle Blanket with Prayer Feathers

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Vintage Native American Navajo Saddle Blanket with Prayer Feathers by unknown Navajo weaver

This small and beautifully woven saddle blanket featuring prayer feathers was woven by an unknown Navajo weaver. These smaller pieces were made for a couple of reasons. First, to get the pattern correct before the weaver invested time and materials into a full-size piece, and on the practical side, as weavings that would go underneath a saddle on a horse to keep the horse comfortable when he had a rider. Prayer feathers are commonly given as a gift to heal the heart. Just as ancient Americans used the feathers to send prayers to the heavens and draw healing power from the sky, and so with all sincerity we hope such healing goes with you with every footstep.