Southwest rugs are produced in the southwest united states -- But why are these rugs so popular?

The term southwest rugs is often used to describe the rugs produced by the tribesmen and women of the southwestern united states. These rugs have recently been gaining in popularity due to the trend for southwest decor. Genuine southwestern rugs are woven by hand on the indian reservations found in this area, with the Navajo rug being probably the best known of all the native american rugs available today.

The rich customs and cultures of this area are displayed through the making of fine arts and craft by these highly creative people. The natural environment of the south-west plays an important part in their lives and this is often clearly portrayed in the designs and symbols found in their rug making and other craft work, examples of which include images of animals, crops, rain and other symbols found in their natural environment.

When the spanish first discovered this region of southwestern america more than 300 years ago, one of their first encounters was with the Navaho people. It is reported that they were so impressed with the quality of their weaving , they had to admit they were even better than their best weavers were producing.

When looking for a southwestern rug for your home you need to consider both the rugs size and design as well as the quality and neatness of it's weaving. Genuine navajo rugs are still available, but if you would like a cheaper option, then a quality replica rug may be just what you are looking for, whilst still producing the same look as a genuine navajo rug. With so many online retailers selling both genuine and replica southwest styled rugs, you really are spoilt for choice, so why not visit one today and discover the vast range of south-west styled rugs currently available.

April 9th, 2005

By: Paul Goodwin
Website: http://www.a-to-z-of-rugs.com

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