Ghoum Silk Carpet Modern Carpet After which it was laid

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

it was rolled and entirely submerged in a sanitizing bath where its fibers fully absorbed all cleaning liquid

He simplified the trellis into perfect squares

Like a ray of sunshine

Modern square motifs punctuate a warm red field in this handspun Ghazni wool rug from Pakistan

Ghoum Silk Carpet Modern Carpet After which it was laidMaterials & Craftsmanship: This fine, diligently hand knotted area rug contains a perfect blend of 80% pure silk and 20% pure wool. Persian & Oriental rugs made from a high percentage of silk are intricate and are often the most valuable of all handmade carpets. The silk fibers in this piece create a beautiful sheen throughout the field and borders, providing an ultra luxurious feel. The use of silk ensures a precise rendering of the decorative design