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Hand Made Zapotec Gray Brown Wool Runner Rug (2.6x10), "Sierra Plains"

Soft grays and warm browns bring to mind the plains of the Oaxacan sierra.... more

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Soft grays and warm browns bring to mind the plains of the Oaxacan sierra. Alberto Ruiz and his wife craft this beautiful Zapotec rug on the pedal loom with wool yarn tinted with natural dyes.

Because each rug is individually woven, measurements could vary +/- 2 inches (5 cm).

  • 2.86 kgs
  • 6.3 lbs
  • 3 m L x 0.8 m W
  • 9.75 ft. L x 2.6 ft. W
  • Pile height: 0.5 cm H
  • Pile height: 0.2" H

  • Wool
  • All natural dyes
  • 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 Mexicoicon info
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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.

Purchased Item:

Red Maguey, Zapotec Wool Rug 4 X 6 Woven by Hand in Mexico

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Eileen

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02/25/2022

"Gorgeous and vibrant."

A piece of art for the floor.

Purchased Item:

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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Purchased Item:

Zapotec Fantasy, Geometric Wool Shoulder Bag from Mexico

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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!

Purchased Item:

Butterfly Dancers, Handmade Geometric Wool Cushion Cover

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Alberto Ruiz has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2900 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to invest in wool and also be able to offer work to his artisan friends and neighbors.

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