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Product ID: 470174
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This isn't just a runner – it's tactile tradition brought to life through wool fibers and natural pigments. The vibrant patterns celebrate Zapotec weaving and design heritage while serving as a grounding element in modern spaces. Artisan Mario Chavez transforms raw materials into this fabulous rug with practiced precision, adding hand-knotted fringes that dance at both ends, a testament to techniques passed through generations that now brings warmth to your space.
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I have this on my bathroom floor. It is beautiful and practical, cozy to my bare feet and very durable.
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Beautiful rug using commercial dyes.
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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!
You can find our zapotec wool runner 'Colorful Eye of God' (1.5x4) by Mario Chavez in area rugs categories such as Geometric Area Rugs, Hand Woven Area Rugs, Zapotec Area Rugs, Folk Art Area Rugs and Eco-Friendly Area Rugs. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Microcredit Financing
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.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Covering Basic Needs
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
Eco-Friendly
This Product is awarded the Earth Friendly badge because it uses recycled or sustainable materials or techniques.
"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."