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Zapotec Indian Rug - Late 1960's from Oaxaca - All Natural, Excellent! - $350 (walnut creek)
condition:
excellent
make / manufacturer:
Zapotec Indian Rug
model name / number:
All Natural Dyes
size / dimensions:
44" High x 39" Wide
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The warp and weft of this handwoven rug are made of soft, hand-carded and hand-spun wool. All of the colors are natural. The rug displays subtle shades of natural white, light beige, and gray. The borders are dark brown wool, which appear almost black on the rug. These colors come from natural sheep’s wool. The bright blue color is Indigo from the Jiquilite plant and the brown color used in the serpent comes from the fruit of the Black Zapote tree.
Preparing the wool yarn and gathering and processing plant-based dyes are very time-consuming activities. Market demand over the last 50 years has forced the vast majority of rugs produced in Oaxaca to employ chemical dyes, which are quick and readily available. Unfortunately, the demand for wool has also led to a decline in the quality of the wool used in modern rugs.
The unique rug pictured here is a true collector’s piece. It is at least 50 years old, beautifully made, and in excellent condition. It measures 44” high (including fringe) x 39” wide and can be used as a rug, a throw, or a wall hanging. If you are interested, please click the Reply button above. Thank you!