Resham Lotus Carpet handknotted Modern square motifs punctuate a

Modern square motifs punctuate a warm red field in this handspun Ghazni wool rug from Pakistan

when you are standing in the opposite direction of its pile

gods and goddesses specific to the Sunderbans and to the Lower Gangetic Delta

More time is spent weaving a silk carpet than a wool carpet of a similar size

it was rolled and entirely submerged in a sanitizing bath where its fibres fully absorbed all cleaning liquid

Resham Lotus Carpet handknotted Modern square motifs punctuate aMaterials & Craftsmanship: This fine, diligently hand knotted area rug contains a perfect blend of 80% pure silk and 20% pure wool. Persian & Oriental rugs made from a high percentage of silk are intricate and are often the most valuable of all handmade carpets. The silk fibers in this piece create a beautiful sheen throughout the field and borders, providing an ultra luxurious feel. The use of silk ensures a precise rendering of the decorative design