Common Threads: Pueblo and Navajo Textiles in the Southwest by Kathleen Whitaker, Book, copyright 1998

Common Threads: Pueblo and Navajo Textiles in the Southwest Museum by Kathleen Whitaker presents a remarkable survey of Southwestern weaving traditions drawn from the renowned collections of the Southwest Museum in Los Angeles. Through beautiful color photography and insightful commentary, the book explores the artistic, cultural, and historical connections between Pueblo and Navajo textile traditions, highlighting centuries of innovation, craftsmanship, and cultural exchange.

Featuring outstanding examples of blankets, wearing weaves, rugs, and ceremonial textiles, the volume examines the evolution of weaving styles, techniques, materials, and designs within both Pueblo and Navajo communities. Whitaker places these textiles within their broader historical and cultural contexts while demonstrating the extraordinary artistry of the weavers who created them.

Though concise in format, this publication remains a valuable introduction to Southwestern textile arts and an excellent reference for collectors, students, and enthusiasts of Native American weaving. The illustrations and accompanying analysis provide an accessible overview of two of the most influential textile traditions in North America.

Author: Kathleen Whitaker
Publisher: Southwest Museum, Los Angeles
Copyright: 1998
Format: Softcover