Rio Grande Frazada

Manufacturer / Maker unidentified

Date1850-1860

Mediumwool, indigo, vegetal dye

Dimensions91 x 47 1/2 in. (231.1 x 120.7 cm)

ClassificationsTextile, Fiber Arts, & Beadwork

Credit LineAlbuquerque Museum, museum purchase, 1983 General Obligation Bonds

Terms

Object numberPC1984.25.25

DescriptionA Rio Grande frazada (blanket) with a beige background and an alternating stripe pattern. One of the stripes is filled with chevrons that are dyed a reddish gold color the other two stripes are above and below the chevron filled center within the pattern. Rio Grande frazadas come in all different types of patterns and designs with motifs that have historical significance or patterns that are significant to a certain family or artist.

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