STEPS TO THE SKY RUG
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Inspired by a traditional pattern and hand-dyed, loomed and woven by Zapotec artisans in Oaxaca, Mexico. Pure wool from the Lincoln longwool sheep gives a silky feel and luminous color. Neat edges with a braid at each corner.
- Handspun wool
- This rug is handwoven in a smooth flatweave
- Because this exquisite rug is handmade, slight irregularities are naturally expected and add to the character of the weave
- Imported
- $45 additional shipping
- We regret we are unable to ship this item to Alaska or Hawaii
Note: Rugs may be returned within 30 days from date of purchase.
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- If needed, use a simple soap and water hand-washing
- Block to original shape and dry flat
- Use a rug professional for deep cleaning
Zapotec rugs are the epitome of handwoven, hand dyed wool rugs. Each "flat weave" rug is crafted on an upright shuttle loom by Zapotec Weavers using traditional designs. These indigenous peoples inhabit the famous artisan center of Oaxaca, Mexico. Known as "people of the clouds" these Master Weavers carry on their weaving tradition in a small village outside Oaxaca, Mexico.
Working in family groups, Zapotec weavers raise their own sheep, hand card and spin their wool, and dye the yarn with colorfast vegetal and aniline pigments. After preparing the wool and loom, weaving can begin. Depending on the size, a handwoven rug can take from one week to eight weeks to produce.
