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Send to a friendPink and Purple Handwoven 2.5 x 5 Authentic Zapotec Rug, "Oaxaca Guelaguetza"
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Delivery EstimateFilled with the spirit of Oaxaca, this Zapotec rug is inspired by the colorful apparel worn by dancers during the annual Guelaguetza festival. Delfina Ruiz demonstrates Mexico's Zapotec artistry and her own weaving skills with this dazzling wool rug. Created of virgin wool on a traditional loom, the pink and purple accent rug takes its colors from natural dyes.
Titled Líneas purpúreas in Spanish.
- 1.50 kgs
- 3.3 lbs
- 1.52 m L x 0.8 m W
- 5 ft. L x 2.6 ft. W
- Pile height: 0.5 cm H
- Pile height: 0.2" H
- 100% wool
- Dry clean only
- 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 Mexico
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