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Sheep Breeds of Azerbaijan

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A Classic Agra rug, inspired by an important 19th century historical Agra carpet with animal and floral motifs
Code: AG01

Size: 242 x 333 cm
Size (ft): 7'11" x 10'11"
Area: 8.05 m2
Density: 170 000 knots per square meter, 135 KPSI
Dyes: 100% natural dyes: madder, weld (Reseda Luteola), indigo, pomegranate skins, walnut husks
Materials: Handcarded and handspun wool for pile, wool warps and cotton wefts
Design: Madder central field, patterned throughout with plant, bird and wild animal motifs
Hand Woven in Azerbaijan

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For more information about the above rug or to place an order please email vd@azerbaijanrugs.com (Baku, Azerbaijan) or ra@azerbaijanrugs.com  (San Francisco Bay Area). We will get back to you within 24 hours or less.