Herat Oriental Handmade One-of-a-Kind Wool Kilim

Bed Bath & Beyond $178.99 Go to Bed Bath & Beyond First seen in Mar 2024
Description
Bring a touch of world art to your living space with this handmade one-of-a-kind wool kilim from Afghanistan. Made by the Turkoman tribes in the Northern region, this kilim features a stunning design achieved through interweaving various colors of pure vegetable dyes. Its flat-weave construction and 180 knot count make it a durable and long-lasting addition to your home. Colors include blue, beige, red, gold, brown, pink, and purple. Features: Handmade by Turkoman weavers in Northern Afghanistan Made of 100% wool and pure vegetable dyes Pile-less flat-weave construction 180 knot count Features a beautiful interwoven design in various colors Story Behind the Art: Master weavers in the Northern part of Afghanistan create this beautiful pattern. The majority of the weavers are women who live in the villages of Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. Rug weaving provides these women with job opportunities, while the local farmers benefit from wool sales and artisans create natural and vegetable dyes for the weavers to use in their designs. Note that due to its handmade nature, the size of each kilim may vary by up to 4 inches.
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