Herat Oriental Handmade One-of-a-Kind Tribal Balouchi Wool Rug
Description
This one-of-a-kind handmade Balouchi wool rug is a stunning piece of world art that will elevate any space. Made in the villages of Zakini, Taimani, and Kowdani in the province of Herat, Afghanistan, this rug features lively designs and geometric patterns in blues, reds, and browns. With a knot count of 190 per square inch and a pile height of 0.25 inches, this rug is made from 100-percent wool in navy, brown, gold, and ivory colors. Features: Unique handmade design Geometric patterns and lively colors Knot count of 190 per square inch 100-percent wool construction Made in the villages of Zakini, Taimani, and Kowdani in the province of Herat, Afghanistan Story Behind the Art: Due to the 30 years of war and foreign invasion of Afghanistan, many weavers have moved to the cities and are no longer weaving rugs. This Balouchi rug was crafted by weavers in the villages of Herat, who used 100-percent wool from their own sheep and a primitive flat wooden loom. The rug was washed and dyed using natural vegetable dyes in their villages. As a result of this handmade process, the size may vary up to 3-4 inches. The majority of weavers are women who live in the villages of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. Purchasing this rug supports their work and creates job opportunities for female weavers. The community also benefits from the wool raised by local farmers and natural dyes created by local artisans. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen. Imported.
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