Ghoum Lotus Carpet Tree of Life carpet

Ghoum Lotus Carpet Tree of Life carpetThe finishing of this carpet was done using centuries old traditional techniques. Once its laborious hand knotting was completed, it was rolled and entirely submerged in a sanitizing bath where its fibers fully absorbed all cleaning liquid. After which it was laid flat on the ground where a team of cleaners used wooden oar like paddles to push the water through its fibers and draw out impurities. Oar strokes were done in sync to prevent the carpet

providing an ultra luxurious feel

8 million dollars US by Sothebys in New York back in 2013

This is due to the direction that its wool pile (nap) is facing

On one end of the carpet

this Pavo Cristatus wool carpet is ready to fly and nest into your living room

representing a healthy choice that is environmentally friendly with a long list of benefits

This wonderfully warm-toned piece features repeating patterns of intricate

as wool in itself is a luxurious material

Once its laborious hand-knotting was completed

it is among the most labour intensive rugs to produce

Hand-knotted with Senneh knots (asymmetric)

Here you can see a copy of the Clark Sickle-Leaf carpet sold for over 33