Herat Oriental Afghan Hand-Woven Wool Soumak Kilim
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Add a touch of world art to your living space with this unique HERAT ORIENTAL Afghan Hand-Woven Wool Soumak Kilim. This flat-woven rug features a surface that looks flat and is made of 100% wool with a .10 pile height, dyed using pure vegetable dyes. With a weave equivalent to 250 KPSI, this kilim is a masterpiece of craftsmanship. Handmade by the Balouchi tribes of the village of Mushwani in the Northwestern part of Afghanistan, this rug features warp strands as the foundation and weft strands used to create patterns. Regular vacuuming and annual professional cleaning will keep your kilim looking new for years to come. Create jobs for over 2,000 local village weavers and support their families by purchasing this handmade rug from Herat Oriental. Features: Unique Soumak Kilim style Handmade by Balouchi tribes in Afghanistan 100% wool with .10 pile height Dyed with pure vegetable dyes Weave equivalent to 250 KPSI Variations in size, color and design expected due to artisan skill Regular vacuuming and annual professional cleaning recommended
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