andean wool rugs
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Wool rug, ‘Sunrise Stripes’ (2×5)
Posted by Novica on 18 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica, runners and others
The warming presence of the Peruvian sun shines in bands of parallel wonder on a unique rug. Cerapio Vallejo’s traditional artistry finds new expression. “I like to experiment and vary my production so they may suit new types of architecture and colors.” For the l???neas (lines) series, Vallejo blends the weaving techniques first introduced by his Wari ancestors (600 ??? 1000 AD) with a contemporary allure in an admirable harmonization of past and present. Makes for an aesthetic statement to refined d???cor. Titled “Alfombra de l???neas” in Spanish.
Wool rug, ‘Gaggle of Geese’ (3×5)
Posted by Novica on 26 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: 3x5 and 4x6, andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica
A gaggle of geese aligns into a geometric configuration, lending a hypnotic style to this rug. The imagery is reminiscent of Inca artistry, which is masterfully recreated by Zosimo Laura. He weaves this wool rug on a handloom with techniques unique to Ayacucho, renowned for its textile legacy. Titled “Ganzos” in Spanish.
Wool tapestry, ‘Night Owls’
Posted by Novica on 23 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica, runners and others
Stylized owls join one another on a colorful runner, each portrayed as a unique individual. Zosimo Laura sets the wide-eyed birds on a midnight background. Reflecting the diversity of Andean flora, they also demonstrate the artisan’s keen powers of observation. This tapestry is designed to have a rod go through the top extremity.
Wool runner, ‘Earthy Stripes’ (2×5)
Posted by Novica on 23 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica, runners and others
The green of fertile fields meets the rich tan and brown of newly-plowed earth. Working with the colors of nature, Zosimo Laura evokes the sun-kissed farms of the Andes. He crafts this extraordinary rug on the handloom using soft wool and cotton. Finished with lavish fringe, it is a superb example of Andean artistry. Titled “Colores del arado” in Spanish.
Wool rug, ‘Andean Dance’ (2×8)
Posted by Novica on 23 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica, runners and others
Dancing in midnight darkness, four figures pipe a haunting melody. Their bodies glow crimson, and the scene is framed with vivid borders. Evoking pre-Hispanic icons, Cerapio Vallejo weaves an enchanting rug on the handloom. Titled “Danza Andina I” in Spanish. 90% wool, 10% cotton. Dry clean only.
Wool rug, ‘Star’ (4.5×6.5)
Posted by Novica on 22 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: 3x5 and 4x6, andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica
Smoldering stars radiate light in glorious Peruvian earth tones, sharply accentuated by dramatic white borders. Inspired by ancestral Wari designs, Cerapio Vallejo explores his cultural history and the vast boundaries of his artistic talent, hand-weaving this hypnotic pattern. Infused with celestial beauty and steeped in ancient tradition, this rug makes a captivating addition to the home. Titled “Estrella” in Spanish.
Wool rug, ‘Hints of Spring’ (2×4)
Posted by Novica on 13 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica, runners and others
Welcoming the first blush of spring, delicate tulips wake slowly from their cold winter sleep. Their tiny buds squint and extend toward the sky, still reluctant to welcome the full force of the insistent sun. Infused with new growth and beginnings, this versatile rug comes from Cerapio Vallejo. Titled “Tulipanes II” in Spanish.
Wool rug, ‘Matrimony’ (4×6)
Posted by Novica on 13 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: 3x5 and 4x6, andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica
Cerapio Vallejo creates this fabulous Ayacucho-style rug in sheep wool. This ancient craft has existed for centuries, having been passed down to the Incas after originating among the ancient Wari culture of Peru. Vallejo’s technique is called kilin, which is characterized by the use of small, straight stitches. Although extra fabric and fifteen days of hard work are required for kilin-produced rugs, the end result is an extraordinarily clear illustration. Vallejo achieves the rich colors in the rug by using natural dyes. Titled “Modelo matrimonio” in Spanish.
Wool runner, ‘Pyramids’ (2×4)
Posted by Novica on 13 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica, runners and others
Stepped pyramids create optical illusions as their shadows seem to climb in opposite directions. Working on the handloom, Faustino Maldonado creates a splendid rug in brilliant colors. He works in natural fibers and adds a woven selvage hem to each end. Titled “Grecas” in Spanish.
Wool rug, ‘Butterfly Garden’ (4×5)
Posted by Novica on 10 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: 3x5 and 4x6, andean wool rugs, area rugs, home decor, novica
Dancing in stately formation in a cool blue garden, butterflies dazzle with their intricate design. Efrain Curi weaves an enchanting composition, gracing gossamer wings with bright flowers. He deftly creates the intricate motifs on a handloomed rug finished with lavish fringe. Titled “Mariposas y flores” in Spanish.