Pendleton Motor Robe in Buchanan Tartan
Decorative art, textile accessory • Pendleton Woolen Mills
Style & Movement
American Heritage / Traditional Craft Revival
Medium & Technique
100% pure virgin wool with leather carrier; woven twill tartan pattern with fringe edge
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century
Dimensions & Format
Horizontal roll, approximately 52 x 66 inches (unrolled)
Subject Description
A rolled woolen travel blanket featuring a vibrant red and green Buchanan plaid pattern, secured by a brown leather double-strap carrier with a debossed 'PENDLETON' logo on the handle. The piece represents the intersection of Scottish textile tradition and American outdoor craftsmanship.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good to Very Good; shows signs of light use and storage
Estimated Market Value
$75 - $125
Auction Estimate
$50 - $100
Provenance History
Likely acquired via retail; visible Pendleton branding acts as a primary identifier of manufacturing origin. Hanging location suggests household decorative storage.
Art Historical Significance
Pendleton is a cornerstone of American textile history, known for adapting Indigenous designs and European tartans into utilitarian luxury goods since 1863. The 'Motor Robe' specifically references the early 20th-century history of open-air automobile travel.
Notable Features
Debossed Pendleton logo on the leather handle and the use of the distinctive Buchanan Clan tartan colors.
Condition Issues
Minor pilling on wool fibers, slight fraying of the fringe, and light creasing/patina on the leather straps. Dust accumulation from open display.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional dry clean only for wool; leather conditioner for straps. Store in a cedar-lined chest or pH-neutral textile box to prevent moth damage. Keep away from direct sunlight to prevent UV fading.