Herat Oriental Handmade One-of-a-Kind Turkoman Vegetable Dye Wool Rug
Description
Add warmth and elegance to your home with this one-of-a-kind Turkoman rug, handmade by skilled weavers in the Northern region of Afghanistan. Featuring the traditional elephant foot design in deep red hues, this piece of world art is made of 100-percent wool and pure vegetable dyes, with a knot count of 180 per square inch. Its pile height of 0.25 inches provides a comfortable and durable surface. Colors include navy, ivory, red, green and gold. Features: Handmade by skilled weavers in Northern Afghanistan Traditional elephant foot design with deep red hues 100-percent wool and pure vegetable dyes Knot count of 180 per square inch Pile height of 0.25 inches Colors include navy, ivory, red, green and gold Story Behind the Art: This rug was made by Turkoman weavers in the villages surrounding the city of Mazar-e-Sharif in the Northern part of Afghanistan. Due to its handmade nature, the size may vary from the advertised dimensions by 3-4 inches. The majority of the weavers are women from Afghanistan, Pakistan and India, who thrive on rug weaving as a source of income. By purchasing this rug, you are creating job opportunities for female weavers and supporting the local farmers who benefit from wool sales. The natural and vegetable dyes used in the rug's design are created by local artisans. Regular vacuuming and professional cleaning will keep your rug looking new for years to come. Imported. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.
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