{"product_id":"african-handwoven-wool-rug-south-africa-56x46inch-matter-collection-155492","title":"African Handwoven Wool Rug South Africa 46x52inch MATTER COLLECTION","description":"\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"bc9fbedc-a4fa-46de-a84a-86cdb720bd0d\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"user\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-11\" data-turn-id-container=\"bc9fbedc-a4fa-46de-a84a-86cdb720bd0d\" data-turn-id=\"bc9fbedc-a4fa-46de-a84a-86cdb720bd0d\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-(--header-height)\"\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-is-intersecting=\"true\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:787a5dd4-0bb4-4979-8722-78a71bd26d8d-5\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-12\" data-turn-id-container=\"request-WEB:787a5dd4-0bb4-4979-8722-78a71bd26d8d-5\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:787a5dd4-0bb4-4979-8722-78a71bd26d8d-5\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" data-conversation-screenshot-content=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-turn-start-message=\"true\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-5\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"a7763917-49dd-462e-bde6-b72ff3371aad\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"76\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"76\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eNancy Seleke, Birds In The Tree Rug, Lebowa, South Africa, 1978\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMasana tapestries are handwoven textiles traditionally produced by the Masana people of Central Africa. Woven from natural plant fibers and dyed using locally sourced materials, these textiles serve both practical and decorative purposes. Their geometric patterns and intricate designs often reflect cultural identity, social status, community traditions, and regional artistic styles passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"463\"\u003eTraditionally, Masana weavers create these textiles using techniques learned through family and community instruction. The resulting tapestries may be used as wall hangings, ceremonial textiles, coverings, or display pieces. Variations in pattern, color, and weaving style can indicate specific cultural influences, individual craftsmanship, or regional traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1009\" data-start=\"830\"\u003eToday, Masana tapestries are appreciated for their skilled workmanship, distinctive visual appeal, and their representation of Central African textile arts and weaving traditions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"71\" data-end=\"406\"\u003eHandwoven in 1978 by Nancy Seleke in Lebowa, South Africa, this pictorial rug is crafted from wool and features a charming scene of birds perched among the branches of a tree. The composition reflects a close connection to the natural world, capturing the beauty and vitality of local wildlife through a stylized and expressive design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"829\"\u003eCreated within the rich tradition of South African textile arts, the rug demonstrates Seleke's skill as a weaver and storyteller. The carefully arranged figures and decorative patterns combine artistic expression with cultural heritage, transforming an everyday textile into a visual narrative. The use of handwoven wool provides both texture and durability, while highlighting the craftsmanship involved in its creation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"1020\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAs both a functional textile and a work of folk art, \u003cem data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eBirds in the Tree\u003c\/em\u003e offers a glimpse into the creative traditions of the Lebowa region and the enduring legacy of South African weaving.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eProvenance: Matter Collection\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFrom the collection of Margie and Phil Matter. Margie lived in South Africa, and later she and her husband Phil opened a gallery in Tucson. Everything in this collection was in their home for more than thirty years. Africa Direct recently bought the collection; at 95, Margie wants to share the things she has loved so much.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Polaris-Box\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_ActivatorWrapper_36nu6_55\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"PRODUCT.metafields.custom.height_in_-anchor\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Edit Height (In) metafield\" class=\"_ActivatorButton_36nu6_59\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_RowWrapper_36nu6_4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"_FormFieldLabel_36nu6_30\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--bodyMd\"\u003eHeight (In): 46.5\u003cbr\u003eWidth (In): 52.0\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e155492\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"sku 155000","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51464265597223,"sku":"155492","price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/1015\/9911\/files\/IMG_4341_acbc425e-aee4-4915-b28f-cb582cac0822.jpg?v=1780679295","url":"https:\/\/africadirect.com\/products\/african-handwoven-wool-rug-south-africa-56x46inch-matter-collection-155492","provider":"Africa Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}