Navajo Weaver Transforms Microchip into Stunning Artwork
2025-09-07
Renowned Diné (Navajo) weaver Marilou Schultz has created a breathtaking rug depicting the internal circuitry of a 555 timer chip. The rug, featuring thick white lines on a black background and accented with reddish-orange diamonds, meticulously reproduces the chip's metallic wiring and pin connections. Inspired by a microscopic image of the chip, Schultz masterfully translates the microscopic world into a monumental artwork, employing traditional plant dyes and metallic threads. This piece is not only a testament to exceptional craftsmanship but also reflects a unique fusion of Navajo culture and technology, incorporating a poignant tribute to her late mother.
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