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Product ID: 194377
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Sizzling colors blaze across the handloom as Mario Chávez creates this extraordinary rug. Working in virgin wool, he weaves colorful bands of bright geometric motifs. They frame rows of "god's eye" diamonds that point to the four cardinal directions. All the patterns allude to the ornate fretwork at the archaeological site of Mitla.
Titled "Entre Mitla y mariposas" in Spanish.
Because each rug is individually woven, measurements could vary +/- 2 inches (5 cm).
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I have this on my bathroom floor. It is beautiful and practical, cozy to my bare feet and very durable.
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Beautiful rug using commercial dyes.
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Exactly what I was looking for...a bright cheery rug to use beneath the barstools at my new kitchen island. The colors are perfect, exactly as pictured, and the craftsmanship is very nice. The wool is thick so I expect this rug will wear well. Couldnt be happier!
You can find our zapotec wool rug 'Mitla Butterflies' (6.5x10) by Mario Chavez in area rugs categories such as Zapotec Area Rugs and Wool Area Rugs. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Microcredit Financing
Mario Chavez has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2000 and the most recent for $1900. Proceeds were used to increase the physical space of his workshop and hire additional weavers from his community, and also to purchase new looms and raw materials.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Covering Basic Needs
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
"One day I looked around and I could see we were surrounded by art, but people didn't value it enough and poverty was settling into our community."