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Chilkat

Chilkat

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A handwoven blanket or shawl with traditional patterns made by Alaska Native people
  • noun
  • US
: Chilkat
  • The Chilkat blanket is a symbol of cultural heritage.

Examples

  • Artists today still create Chilkat blankets using ancient weaving techniques.

  • She wore a beautiful Chilkat shawl to the ceremony.

  • The museum displayed a beautiful Chilkat woven with traditional patterns and colors.

  • She learned about the cultural significance of the Chilkat during her visit to Alaska.

  • The handmade Chilkat shawl, adorned with intricate patterns, is a vital part of the local culture.

  • During the festival, she wore a beautiful Chilkat blanket that showcased traditional designs.

  • The Chilkat is not just a blanket; it represents the artistry and heritage of the Indigenous peoples of Alaska.

Synonyms

pashmina
vsChilkat
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Soft wool from goats in the Himalaya used to make light, warm shawls

is a handwoven ceremonial blanket from Indigenous Alaska with complex traditional patterns

Surface Forms

Chilkat singular
Chilkats plural

Etymology

Chilkat for the traditional handwoven blanket comes from the name of the Chilkat people, a Tlingit group of native people in Alaska who made these patterned shawls. So the blanket is named after the people who first wove and used it, which is why it is linked to their designs and culture.