HERAT ORIENTAL Handmade Kilim Throw Pillow, Set of 2 (India) - 20" x 20"

These handmade pillows are a unique piece of world art that will enhance your living space. These beautiful pillows are hand-crafted from flat-weave kilims, which are known as 'pile-less' rugs; the design is also known as 'slit-weave'. These intricate designs are achieved by interweaving the various colors of the vertical and horizontal strands of the rug. Colors include navy, ivory, burgundy, and maroon.

• Set Includes: Two (2) Pillows
• Country: India
• Pillow Shape: Square
• Handmade
• Material: Wool, Jute
• Style: Traditional
• Pattern: Geometric
• Care Instruction: Dry Clean
• Pillow Type: Throw Pillow
• Fill Type: Polyester
• Size: 20 x 20 inches
• Color: Blue

Story Behind the Art:

They were created by local villagers in the Judhpur area, located in the Rajasthan province of India. The design is on the front side only, with the reverse being a solid cotton fabric with a zipper. Each pillow measures 20 inches x 20 inches. We have been given the opportunity to create jobs for over 2,000 local village weavers and artisans, which helps them to greatly support their families. The majority of the weavers are women, who live in the villages of Afghanistan, Pakistan and India. As we grow, we are able to create more jobs for female weavers who otherwise would not have the opportunity to do so. The community also thrives from rug weaving and furniture production as the local farmers benefit from wool sales, and the local artisans create natural and vegetable dyes for the artisans to use in their designs.

The handcrafted touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.

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