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8 ft. W x 5.8 ft. H

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Weight:  12.3 lbs

 

85% wool, 15% cotton

Dry clean only

All natural dyes

Designed for floor use

 

Ships from USA.




Wool rug, 'Floral Bud' (6x8)

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. This lovely rug makes a magnificent ...

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Your Price: $357.95
Retail Value: $705.95 (You save 49%)

Cerapio Vallejo

Cerapio Vallejo

"I draw inspiration from our ancient Peruvian cultures, Andean village life, and from our snow-capped mountains."
"My art form was handed down to me from my parents and grandparents. But the quality of my work is the result of my long experience and the product of my careful observation over the years. I draw inspiration from our ancient Peruvian cultures, Andean village life, and from our snow-capped mountains.

"I have faced many challenges during my life, and I have learned from them. Perhaps the most difficult was when I was obliged to leave my house in Ayacucho with my family and immigrate to the capital city. I had to make this ...

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Customer Reviews of Cerapio Vallejo

Your tapestry, "Rainbow Ducks" is so beautiful--so complex and colorful. It is a true work of art. I bought it as inspiration for my own painting, and as a keepsake for my six year old daughter. Thank ...

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