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Hand Made Zapotec Wool Area Rug (2.5x5), "Summer Sun"

Name: Hand Made Zapotec Wool Area Rug (2.5x5), 'Summer Sun'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 130308
Price: 500.96 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (36 reviews)

Product ID: 130308

by Mario Chavez (36)

Splendidly woven by hand, this radiant rug conveys the warmth of the Mexican sun. Mario Chávez works in virgin wool to created intricate geometric... more

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Splendidly woven by hand, this radiant rug conveys the warmth of the Mexican sun. Mario Chávez works in virgin wool to created intricate geometric motifs. Their symmetry and beauty are astonishing. Titled "Diamante" in Spanish.

Because each rug is individually woven, measurements could vary +/- 1 inch (3 cm) (1.1 in).

1.25 kgs
2.8 lbs

4.9 ft. L x 2.6' W
4.9 ft. L x 2.6' W

Metric

US/Imperial

100% wool
All natural dyes
Designed for floor use
Dry clean only
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 130308

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Mario Chavez

Mexico

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Jean

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Sep 19, 2019

“even prettier than the picture”

This is a well made rug, and it is beautiful The wool is substantial, and I hope to get many years of joy from the rug, Thank you!

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Purchased Item Summer Sun, Hand Made Zapotec Wool Area Rug (2.5x5)

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Lisa

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Sep 28, 2024

“beautiful rug”

Beautiful rug using commercial dyes.

Purchased Item Morning Stars, Zapotec Wool Rug 2 X 3 Hand Loomed in Mexico

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Jacquelyn

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May 21, 2023

“Bright and Cheery! Perfect!”

Exactly what I was looking for...a bright cheery rug to use beneath the barstools at my new kitchen island. The colors are perfect, exactly as pictured, and the craftsmanship is very nice. The wool is thick so I expect this rug will wear well. Couldnt be happier!

Purchased Item Summer Sky, Mexican Zapotec Rug (2.5x5)

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Mario Chavez has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2000 and the most recent for $1900. Proceeds were used to increase the physical space of his workshop and hire additional weavers from his community, and also to purchase new looms and raw materials.

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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Mario Chavez Handwoven Zapotec rugs and handbags

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"One day I looked around and I could see we were surrounded by art, but people didn't value it enough and poverty was settling into our community."

Update (July, 2019)In 2002, I began to export my handwoven designs with the your help. I always wanted to strengthen the Zapotec culture that I was... read more