Herat Oriental Handmade One-of-a-Kind Vegetable Dye Khotan Wool Rug

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Add a touch of world art to your home decor with this exquisite Handmade One-of-a-Kind Vegetable Dye Khotan Wool Rug from Afghanistan. Originally produced in the city of Khotan in Eastern Turkestan during the 18th and 19th centuries, this rug features a knot count of 190 and a pile height of 0.25 inches. The wool is dyed with pure vegetable dyes, including madder, walnut peel, pomegranate peel, and sparak, resulting in a beautiful blend of brown, gold, blue, and olive colors. Each rug is handmade and unique, with variations in size, color, and design that add to its artisanal charm. Features: One-of-a-kind design re-created by village weavers in Afghanistan 100% wool with a knot count of 190 and a pile height of 0.25 inches Pure vegetable dyes used for a unique blend of brown, gold, blue, and olive colors Handmade nature creates variations in size, color, and design Provides job opportunities for female weavers in Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Iran Story Behind the Art: The women weavers in the villages of Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Iran create these beautiful rugs using traditional techniques passed down through generations. Rug weaving provides a source of income for the weavers as well as for local farmers who sell their wool. The use of natural and vegetable dyes also supports local artisans. By purchasing this rug, you not only add a unique piece of world art to your home decor but also support the livelihoods of female weavers and their communities. Note: Due to the handmade nature of the rug, size may vary by 3-4 inches. Color discrepancies may occur between the product and your computer screen. Imported.
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