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Bring a touch of history and elegance to your home with this handmade, one-of-a-kind William Morris wool rug. Made in Afghanistan, this rug is a unique piece of world art, featuring intricate floral motifs with arabesques in olive, rust, and beige. William Morris was an artist and designer who created timeless designs that continue to inspire artists today. This rug is made of 100% wool and has a knot count of 190, with a pile height of 0.25 inches. Features: Handmade by skilled village weavers in northern Afghanistan Features intricate floral motifs inspired by William Morris designs Made of 100% wool with a knot count of 190 and a pile height of 0.25 inches Natural and vegetable dyes are used in the rug's design One-of-a-kind rug with variations in color, size, and design Story Behind the Art: This rug design was originally created by William Morris between 1878 and 1881, and has since been copied by weavers in China, Pakistan, and India. The skilled village weavers in northern Afghanistan have re-created this design using traditional techniques and natural materials. The majority of these weavers are women, who are given the opportunity to create beautiful works of art while supporting their families and communities. The local farmers benefit from wool sales, and the local artisans create natural and vegetable dyes for the weavers to use in their designs. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen. Imported.
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