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Blue Geometric Zapotec Wool Area Rug (2.5x5), "Midnight Blue"
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Framed in fields of blue, stars twinkle in the vast Mexican sky. Mario Chávez weaves a beautiful rug on the traditional Zapotec handloom. Named "Relámpago" in Spanish, the cool blue carpet is crafted of virgin wool tinted with natural dyes.
Because each piece is individually woven, measurements could vary +/- 1 inch (3 cm).
- 1.31 kgs
- 2.9 lbs
- 1.5 m L x 0.8 m W
- 4.9 ft. L x 2.6 ft. W
- 100% wool
- All natural dyes
- Dry clean only
- Designed for floor use
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Mexico.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
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Allene
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05/14/2020
"Bedroom in Blues"
I love the artistic beauty of this rug. The pattern with the colors chosen of deep blue stars in the midnight skies take you away to a different world. The rug is skillfully made with a perfect weave tight and precise. I love it.
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Midnight Blue, Blue Geometric Zapotec Wool Area Rug (2.5x5)
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- This was a gift for: Myself
- Occasion: Mother's Day
Edward
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01/11/2022
"Nearly exact same size as top of nightstand"
Beautiful nightstand topper. Protective glass nightstand topper will make it last even longer.
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- nightstand
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Golden Eye, Hand Loomed Zapotec Style Wool Table Mat
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Edward
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12/23/2021
"Perfect size for nightstand"
Perfect size for nightstand.
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Teotitlan Pride, All Wool Hand Loomed Table Mat from Oaxaca
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Barbara
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12/22/2021
"Perfect pillows for our home in the Southwest!"
Love the color, design and weaving of these pillows. Holding up beautifully!
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Joanne
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10/15/2021
"Absolutely beautiful!"
The pattern is exquisite and the colors so deep and true. I feel as though we have museum-quality artwork in our home and I thank Sr. Chavez for sharing his talents.
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- They are beautiful accents with darker leather furniture
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Rachel
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08/18/2021
"Colourful Cushion Cover"
Great size, colour and easy care. Our cat enjoys it too!
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