Natural Dye Rugs
One of the most exciting developments in the rug world in the last 20 years has been the re-introduction of handspun wool and natural dyes, made from materials like madder root, indigo, cochineal. There are many rugs available which are being called "vegetable-dyed," both in the geometric designs as well as the more formal, curvilinear designs. The best are pieces of glowing beauty. A good vegetable-dyed rug lights up a room and brings it alive. In addition, the natural dyes are believed to be more durable and light-fast (resistant to fading from ultraviolet light) than any of the chemical or aniline dyes.
Kilim (Pakistan), 9-1 x 11-10 (38802)
The wonderful variation and textural quality of this flat woven (kilim) ru...Gabbeh (India), 6-3 x 6-3 (39161)
It’s very unusual to find a Gabbeh design in a round shape! Hand knotted w...Kilim (Pakistan), 10-6 x 12-11 (38761)
The lovely variation and textural quality of this flat woven (kilim) rug a...Nomad Rug (Pazyryk) (AR79708), 5-9 x 7-10
This wonderful and unusual rug design was taken directly from the oldest kn...