Millefleurs - Quarter Moon Silk Carpet william morris art With proper maintenance tailored to

With proper maintenance tailored to its needs

when you are standing in the opposite direction of its pile

you will note that one side is lighter in shade whereas the other side will be a darker shade

and a team of cleaners used wooden oar-like paddles to push the water through its fibres and draw out impurities

Tiny square motifs punctuate a warm gray/ivory field in this handspun Ghazni wool rug from Pakistan

Millefleurs - Quarter Moon Silk Carpet william morris art With proper maintenance tailored toMaterials & 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