Herat Oriental Handmade One-of-a-Kind Balouchi Wool Rug
Description
Add a touch of world art to your living space with this one-of-a-kind Balouchi wool rug from Afghanistan. Handmade in the villages of Zakini, Taimani, and Kowdani in the province of Herat, this rug showcases lively designs and geometric patterns in navy, red, and gold. Made of 100-percent wool, it boasts a knot count of 120 per square inch and a pile height of 0.25 inches. Regular vacuuming and professional cleaning will keep it looking new for years to come. Features: One-of-a-kind Balouchi rug from Afghanistan Geometric patterns and lively designs in navy, red, and gold 100-percent wool construction Knot count of 120 per square inch and pile height of 0.25 inches Regular vacuuming and professional cleaning for maintenance Story Behind the Art: As a result of the past 30 years of war and foreign invasion of Afghanistan, most of the weavers in the villages have moved to the cities, making newly woven Balouchi rugs a rare find. This particular rug was made by the weavers in the villages of Herat using wool from their own sheep and natural vegetable dyes. The majority of the weavers are women who live in the villages of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. By supporting this handmade rug, you are helping to create jobs for female weavers and supporting the local farmers who benefit from wool sales.
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