Blue Wool Area Rug with Zapotec Style Border (2.5x5), "Oaxacan Coast"
A sea of Pacific blue is bordered by multicolored shores in this beautiful area rug from Alberto Ruiz in Mexico. The artisan uses a traditional Zapotec loom to weave the rug from pure wool that is colored with only natural dyes. Hand-knotted fringe adorns both ends; please note that it is longer on one end than the other.
- 1.50 kgs
- 3.3 lbs
- 150 cm L x 77 cm W
- 59" L x 30.5" W
- Fringe: 14 cm L
- Fringe: 5.5" L
- Fringe: 6 cm L
- Fringe: 2.4" L
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Jon
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03/21/2022
"A thing of beauty"





The colors, the design, the quality of workmanship, —exceptional.
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Eileen
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02/25/2022
"Gorgeous and vibrant."





A piece of art for the floor.
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Color Fiesta, Handmade Zapotec Wool Area Rug (2.5x5)
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Keri
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09/29/2021
"Stunning Vibrant Rug"





Cant wait to get this stunning masterpiece in my new den!
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Lee
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08/14/2021
"Gorgeous isnt good enough to describe this!"





I love this bag! It is a great size, sturdy construction and enough pockets inside to hold my phone, tissues and my kindle. With so many colors in it, it goes with so many things.
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- Entertaining
- Everyday use, travel
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Steven
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07/10/2021
"Fantastic!"





Really happy with this beautiful Indigenous craftsmanship !
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Steven
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07/10/2021
"Wonderful!"





Beautiful craftsmanship! Very pleased! Thanks!
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