Fine Hand-Knotted Rugs
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This is Part 3 in a series. (See Part 1 and Part 2 here.) We welcome your comments and questions.
Hand-knotted carpets, also known as “oriental” carpets, are available in a multitude of designs, colors, and styles. An oriental rug is often the single most expensive home furnishing item that many people buy.
Choosing a carpet can [...]
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This is Part 2 in a series. (See Part 1 here.) Please leave a comment if you find the posts helpful or relevant, or if you have followup questions.
The short answer is: Quality. An oriental carpet is more akin to a work of art than a commodity, and making a hand-knotted carpet is an [...]
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This poignant work of internationally acclaimed photographer U. Roberto Romano reveals stories of former child weavers and their journey from exploitation to rehabilitation and education.
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We are is a proud member of RUGMARK, a global nonprofit organization working to end illegal child labor and offer educational opportunities for children in India, Nepal and Pakistan. RUGMARK does this through loom and factory monitoring, consumer labeling, and running schools for former child workers. It’s a great organization that does excellent work on [...]
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