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Tibetan
hand-knotted rugs:
Tibetan
families in Nepal continue a
centuries-old tradition, specially
adapted for Joan Weissman's modern
designs. Master artisans hand-card,
spin and dye the lanolin-rich
local wool, adding silk for luminous
details. After a complex process
of warping the loom, they tie
rows of knots around a metal
rod. Every row of knotted loops
is sliced with a sharp blade,
creating the characteristic texture
of Tibetan weaving. Contrasting
textures are created by keeping
the loops intact. Our wool rugs
count 80 knots per inch, providing
a refined and tightly woven structure.
Rugs with silk details accommodate
the finer yarns with 100 knots.
All the finishing, from trimming
to careful washing is done by
hand, contributing to the individuality
of each Tibetan carpet. |
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Joan
Weissman Studio supports Rugmark,
a non-profit organization
committed to ending child
labor and offering educational
opportunities to children
in India and Nepal. |
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