Oruzgan Lotus Vines Runner Rug Hallway Rug This tapestry made via hand-block

This tapestry made via hand-block printing is created in the style of mille-fleurs and is known as "The Lady and the Unicorn"

The use of silk ensures a precise rendering of the decorative design patterns since strong silk fibers permit skilled weavers to weave more knots per square inch (KPSI) than those of wool carpets

creating a pleasingly simple and balanced appearance

Cleaning is also easier due to a protective layer that pushes dirt up and resists staining

holding open a chest

Oruzgan Lotus Vines Runner Rug Hallway Rug This tapestry made via hand-blockFinishing: The finishing of this carpet was done using centuries old traditional techniques. Once its laborious hand knotting was completed, it was rolled and entirely submerged in a sanitizing bath where its fibers fully absorbed all cleaning liquid. After which it was laid flat on the ground where a team of cleaners used wooden oar like paddles to push the water through its fibers and draw out impurities. Oar strokes were done in sync to prevent the