African Handwoven Wool Rug South Africa 44x51inch MATTER COLLECTION

All the Places Around the Village, Karakul Wool Rug, South Africa, 1980

Handwoven in South Africa in 1984, this substantial rug is crafted from Karakul wool and features a thick tweed-like texture that highlights the natural character of the fibers. The rug's dense weave and richly textured surface provide both durability and visual appeal, showcasing the craftsmanship and traditional weaving techniques of South African textile artisans.

Karakul wool is prized for its strength, warmth, and distinctive texture, making it well suited for functional and decorative textiles. The tweed-inspired appearance is created through the blending of natural wool tones, resulting in a subtle interplay of color and pattern that enhances the rug's rustic charm.

Combining practical utility with skilled handwoven construction, this rug reflects the enduring traditions of South African fiber arts and serves as an attractive example of late twentieth-century textile craftsmanship.

We do not recommend laundering textiles and do not accept returns of textiles that have been laundered in any manner. Even dry cleaning is too much for some of these antique textiles. For some of them, a very gentle HAND wash (NEVER MACHINE, on any setting) in cool water with a very gentle detergent works, but even then, dyes may not be colorfast, and fabric may be less strong than it appears.