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Home Decor - Area Rugs - Andean Wool Rugs
Artisan Crafted Gifts and Decor From Around the World

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Wool rug, 'Tribute' (2x2.5)

$124.99
Exploring linear form, Cerapio Vallejo depicts stylized shapes in a diversity of colors. The harmonious composition graces a rug of singular beauty. Named Quinuapata for a neighborhood of artisans in Ayacucho, it is crafted of natural fibers on the handloom. 90% wool, 10% cotton. Dry clean only.

Wool rug, 'Bird Wedding' (2x3)

$162.99
Stylized birds nestle in pairs to represent the union of marriage. Working in verdant color, Cerapio Vallejo weaves an enchanting accent rug. The hand-loomed virgin wool shades from tan to green. Titled "Matrimonio" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Wari Star'

$164.99
Stylized stars shine in a bold visual patchwork by Cerapio Vallejo. A design motif of the ancient Wari culture, it brings pre-Hispanic intrigue to a hand-woven accent rug in earth tones. Titled "Tocapu Inca" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Inca Cross' (2x2.5)

$69.99
Precisely woven of virgin wool, the Andean cross was a sacred emblem for the Inca. Zosimo Laura combines brilliant colors for this beautiful scatter rug. It is edged with hand-tied fringe. Titled "Cruz Inca" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Kites' (2x3)

$164.99
With linear forms, Cerapio Vallejo depicts stylized shapes in a diversity of colors. The harmonious composition graces an accent rug of singular beauty.

Wool rug, 'Diamonds' (2x2.5)

$97.95 now on sale! $88.16
David Laura Zanabria creates a colorful rug with splendid symmetry. His design motifs are inspired by the Wari culture that pre-dates the Inca civilization. Masterfully recreating its precise geometric patterns, he transforms virgin wool into a hand-woven rug. Titled "Reflejo Andino" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Wari Patchwork' (2x3)

$162.95
Red, terracotta and black e colors favored by ancient Andean peoples e flow across a hand-loomed rug in shades of brown. Forming a vibrant patchwork, they explore the icons of the Wari culture. Cerapio Vallejo weaves a beautiful piece in tribute to Peru's rich cultural heritage. Titled "Wari" in Quechua.

Wool rug, 'Fiery Hills' (2x2.5)

$97.99
Fiery hills arise from deep green meadows in a beautifully stylized design. By David Laura Zanabria, this hand-loomed accent rug takes its influence from the Wari culture. Its precise geometry and brilliant color make it a focal point in any setting. Titled "Maqui" in Quechua.

Wool rug, 'Matrimony' (4x6)

$229.99
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 rug, 'Kokopelli Peace Pipers' (4x5)

$242.95
Dancing to unheard rhythms, crimson pipers carry out ancestral ceremonies. Cerapio Vallejo weaves a spell of mystery on the handloom. "I want to rescue the ancient rituals of our ancestors for the world to see," he says. "This is how they gave thanks."

Wool rug, 'Gaggle of Geese' (4x5)

$239.95 now on sale! $215.96
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 "Bandada de ganzos" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Sunset Toucans' (4x5)

$222.95 now on sale! $200.66
Flying in diagonal formation, toucans from the Peruvian rain forest appear in handloomed wool. Zosimo Laura creates an intricate optical illusion in warm colors. He works in soft virgin wool on a cotton weft, and finishes the bold design with fringe. Titled "Tucanes al atardecer" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Andean Dreams' (4x5.5)

$228.95
Enclosed in a deep brown border, decorative motifs appear in handloomed wool. Zosimo Laura takes his inspiration from Peru's archeological legacy for this handsome rug. He recreates the precise geometry of Inca art, achieving a harmonious and beautiful composition of colors. Titled "Sueeos andinos" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Calendar Months' (4x6)

$232.99
Ancient icons describe 24 months, each depicted on a neat geometric grid. Pastel colors glow against a warm background of peach and terracotta. Expertly woven by Cerapio Vallejo, this elegant rug interprets Inca cosmogony.

Wool rug, 'Many Masks' (4x6)

$312.95 now on sale! $281.66
Masterfully woven by hand, this dazzling rug depicts many masks. Cerapio Vallejo works in tones of orange and salmon, cooling his wool palette with green and brown. His inspiration comes from ancient Inca art. Titled "Tocapu Inca II" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Kindred Spirits' (4x5.5)

$299.95 now on sale! $269.96
Mask-like faces appear on diagonal bands of color, each one suggesting two separate beings. Woven by hand, the images represent spirits who inhabit the Andes. David Laura Zanabria creates a dramatic rug with a splendid palette of colorful wool. Titled "Gemelos Andinos" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Sunny Earth' (4x5)

$212.99
A colorful feast of geometric fantasy covers this rug with alluring grace. Resembling a traditional tocapu, this piece features rhomboid patterns. Cerapio Vallejo creates the rug with wondrous artistry, where animals and patterns alike are transformed into diamonds upon a symmetric setting of admirable perfection.

Wool rug, 'Radiant' (4x5)

$232.95 now on sale! $209.66
Radiant patterns cover this rug in glowing colors, each neatly delineated with bands of black. Mesmerizing in its beauty, the complex motifs are woven on the Andean handloom. Zosimo Laura demonstrates an absolute mastery of his craft, transforming soft virgin wool into a work of art. Titled "Gallito de rocas con peces" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Andean Owls' (4x5.5)

$222.95 now on sale! $200.66
A colorful parade of dancing owls adorns this rug. Their stylized forms correspond to Zosimo Laura's unique inspiration, influenced by Inca artistry. He weaves the rug on a handloom within the tradition of Ayacucho, renowned for its textile legacy. Titled "Danza de buhos" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Tetrad' (4x5)

$239.95 now on sale! $215.96
Following a different rhythm written in a soft earthen palette, the asymmetrical beauty flourishes because they are together. Hand-woven by David Laura, this optic fantasy is certain to make a striking addition to any ambience. Titled "Tetrada" in Spanish.

Wool rug, 'Summer Hummingbirds' (4x5.5)

$242.95 now on sale! $218.66
Darting through the summer air or hovering on whirring wings, hummingbirds feed in an abstract garden. Peru's David Laura Zanabria demonstrates his artistic mastery in this handwoven wool rug. Titled "Siwar qente" (Hummingbirds) in Quechua.

Wool rug, 'Andean Joy' (4x5.5)

$232.95
Radiant patterns cover this rug in joyous colors, each neatly delineated with bands of black. Mesmerizing in its beauty, the complex motifs are woven on the Andean handloom. Zosimo Laura demonstrates an absolute mastery of his craft, transforming soft virgin wool into a work of art. Titled "Gallito de rocas con peces" in Spanish.

Wool runner, 'Mesmerize Me' (2x10)

$229.99
Radiant tones on a darkened background lend a mystical beauty to this handloomed rug. Mesmerizing in its colors, the bold geometric motifs form intricate mirror images. Zosimo Laura pays tribute to the Inca with pre-Hispanic motifs that represent fish and frogs. Titled "Peces y ranas II" in Spanish.

Wool runner, 'Spring Buds' (2x5.5)

$99.95
Abstract line defines a bouquet of tulips in a rug with contemporary flair. Inherited by the Inca, this textile expertise originated among the ancient Wari culture of Peru. Cerapio Vallejo continues his heritage of hand-weaving, achieving the rich colors with natural dyes. The browns are derived from the walnut tree. The red and purple hues are obtained from cochineal insects, which live on walnut trees and cacti. 90% wool, 10% cotton.

Wool runner, 'Calendar' (2x10)

$219.95
Wrought in bright colors on ivory, geometric motifs form blocks of time, as the days for offerings, planting and harvest flow across smooth ivory wool. Zosimo Laura weaves the rug with intricate patterns in warm hues favored by the Inca. Titled "Calendario de siembras y cosechas II" in Spanish.

Wool runner, 'Starry Hills' (1x5)

$78.99
With bold, rich earth tones, Cerapio Vallejo transmits a vision of the past. This rug is woven in the Ayacucho style, where geometric motifs are incorporated into compelling patterns. Woven on the handloom, the wool runner is a beautiful tribute to Inca art. Titled "Rombos" in Spanish.

Wool runner, 'Plane Geometry' (3x11)

$289.95 now on sale! $260.96
Plane geometry is summed up in a rug of bold, contemporary chic. Expertly woven by Cerapio Vallejo, squares and rectangles explore the colors of the earth. Black, ivory and ochre were colors favored by the Inca, transformed into a handloomed masterpiece. Titled "Sumac" (beautiful) in Quechua.

Wool runner, 'Andean Dance' (2x8)

$209.95
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 runner, 'The Color of History' (2x10)

$229.99
Zosimo Laura pays tribute to the textile arts of the Inca, weaving a rug of captivating elegance. Images abound in soft pastel hues, each section separated by intense orange, brown and black. The colorful contrasts are bold and daring - they are the same the Inca people would use in their attires and accessories. Titled "Colores de manto andino" in Spanish.

Wool runner, 'Cross of Fish' (2x5)

$112.99
Underwater rhythms emerge in this original Andean floor runner. Quartets of fish form suggestive crosses, their heads and fins arched back in soothing symmetry. Representing the textile traditions of Ayacucho, Peru, Zosimo Laura crafts the piece by hand on a rustic loom, as sparse cotton threads combine subtly with dominant wool textures. Colored in a blend of natural and artificial dyes, the rug is sure to complement hardwood floors. 95% wool, 5% cotton.

Wool tapestry, 'Night Owls'

$109.99
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.

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