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Send to a friendHandloomed Zapotec Jaguar Wool Area Rug from Mexico (2x4), "Ancestral Jaguar"
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A divine force takes the form of a jaguar and devours a heart in a breathtaking scene inspired by an ancient Maya carving with Toltec influences. This captivating image was seen as a representation of power by Mesoamerican civilizations, often relating the nature of the feline with supernatural strength and magical abilities.
The Ruiz Bazan Family, heir of the ancient Zapotec textile techniques, is fascinated by this captivating depiction and handlooms a precious wool area rug featuring the sacred figure, all using natural dyes that enhance the beauty of their heritage.
- 0.86 kgs
- 1.9 lbs
- 1.15 m L x 0.61 m W
- 3.75 ft. L x 2 ft. W
- 100% wool
- All natural dyes
- Hand wash in warm water
- Designed for floor use
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Do not soak
- Made in Mexico.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
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Anne L
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01/29/2023
"I love that it matches my coffee table runner."
I bought this pillow cover to match my coffee table runner by the same artist. It really pulls the room together. I am so happy that they match!
Best Uses
- They brighten our living room and the solid brown leather furniture
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Philip
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04/23/2022
"Beautiful design"
Beautiful design! Looks great on my coffee table!
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Brother
- Occasion: housewarming
Anne L
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04/18/2022
"Beautiful pillow cover"
I just redid our sunroom in southwestern colors. This pillow cover is a focal point on a brown sofa that pulls together the brick red and turquoise walls. It is beautiful! Im waiting for another sale so I can buy one more for the chair. Excellent craftsmanship. I love it!
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Monte Alban, Wool cushion cover
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Monica
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11/20/2021
"Beautiful work!"
Beautiful work excellent quality! What else can I say.
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Zapotec Sun, Wool cushion cover
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Ann
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10/29/2021
"Absolutely Perfect!"
I adore this runner! I think it was created to be a floor runner but its going on the wall above my headboard in my room. Colors are perfect for my color scheme.
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Diamond Path, Hand Made Zapotec Wool Area Rug (1.5x6)
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Michelle
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07/23/2021
"Love this!"
We just received the rug and are blown away by its beauty, love it, love it thank you so much!
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Joyful Birds, Colorful Birds in Zapotec Wool Rug from Mexico (4x6.5)
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Microcredit Financing
Ruiz Bazan Family has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1600 and the most recent for $1600. Proceeds were used to purchase wool yarn and to hire more weavers for his workshop.
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Write a reviewThe artistry of the Ruiz Bazan family has been featured on NPR's Morning Edition, and in numerous magazines and newspapers in the United States and Europe.
"Our family has been weaving Zapotec-style rugs for many generations, dedicating ourselves purely to this process. We purchase wool from a farmer... read more
