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Traditional Zapotec Wool Rug (2.5x5), "Autumn Forest"

Name: Traditional Zapotec Wool Rug (2.5x5), 'Autumn Forest'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 122757
Price: 369.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.00 (36 reviews)

Product ID: 122757

by Mario Chavez (36)

Mario Chávez captures the splendor of the autumn forest in this beautiful rug. Bands of ivory and green separate strips of fiery brown and cool their... more

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Mario Chávez captures the splendor of the autumn forest in this beautiful rug. Bands of ivory and green separate strips of fiery brown and cool their ardent beauty. Working in virgin wool, the artisan creates wonderfully intricate motifs.

Titled "Tierra del Sol" in Spanish.

Because each rug is individually woven, measurements could vary +/- 1 inch (3 cm).

1.35 kgs
3.0 lbs

2.7 ft. W x 4.9' H
2.7 ft. W x 4.9' H

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US/Imperial

100% wool
Designed for floor use
Dry clean only
All natural dyes
Made in Mexico
Certified and shipped by our office in Mexico
Product ID: 122757

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Mario Chavez

Mexico

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Robert

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Sep 23, 2017

“Beautiful area rug”

The craftsmanship and quality shows extremely well in this beautifully made and designed rug. Nice warm earth tone colors. Many compliments by those who have visited us.

Placed at sliding door to our screen porch in our family room.

Purchased Item Autumn Forest, Traditional Zapotec Wool Rug (2.5x5)

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James

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Feb 20, 2025

“Beautiful Rug”

I have this on my bathroom floor. It is beautiful and practical, cozy to my bare feet and very durable.

Purchased Item Fine Lines, Hand Woven Grey and Ecru Wool Area Rug

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Lisa

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Sep 28, 2024

“beautiful rug”

Beautiful rug using commercial dyes.

Purchased Item Morning Stars, Zapotec Wool Rug 2 X 3 Hand Loomed in Mexico

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Mario Chavez has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2000 and the most recent for $1900. Proceeds were used to increase the physical space of his workshop and hire additional weavers from his community, and also to purchase new looms and raw materials.

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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Mario Chavez Handwoven Zapotec rugs and handbags

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"One day I looked around and I could see we were surrounded by art, but people didn't value it enough and poverty was settling into our community."

Latest Update"In 2002, I began to export my handwoven designs with the your help. I always wanted to strengthen the Zapotec culture that I was... read more