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1940s Chimayo from the Land of Enchantment...
Design - Here we have a stunning original Chimayo coat from the 1940s. For those who don't know, Chimayo weavers have been weaving beautiful blankets for literally hundreds of years in Northern New Mexico, with a concentration around Chimayo, New Mexico. Many think of the Ortega line of weavers when it comes to the apparel that was being created from the blankets in the 1800s, but there are many lines of traditional Chimayo weavers. When you are wearing a piece made from a Chimayo weaver you are literally wearing, not just history, but art history.
This particular jacket from the 1940's features exquisite patterning throughout, but it is the back piece that really steals the show. A large, wooden button is the only closure on the coat, giving it a fantastic a-line fit, with so much style. As this was literally made from an original rug weaving (early designs were cut up and sewn together) there is a flutter of fringe on the ends of each raglan sleeve. Probably the best element of this particular weave and coat are the use of color, using a cerulean blue, pumpkin orange, dark chocolate brown, black and just a touch of cloudy sky grey, remembering that all original Chimayo wool was dyed using natural dyes. This combination of colors really stands out, with the pattern holding strong to the eye from far away. As previously stated, these pieces are Art.
Material - wool, wood button
Maker - There is no makers mark on this piece
Measurements
Please double all measurements except length
Med (For reference model is 32x28x36)
Jacket
Bust - 21"
Length - 38"
Condition - This piece is excellent condition with the colors bright and vibrant. It comes to you in clean, ready-to-wear-condition.
A wonderful early Chimayo weaving to add to your vintage wardrobe!
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