A charming little rug in the shape of a Himalayan animal head, densely tufted from northern Tibetan sheep’s wool and cut out along the outline—the ears, whiskers, and eyes are part of the shape, not painted on. Highland animals are a staple of Tibetan carpet weaving; tigers, leopards, and snow leopards have appeared in these designs since time immemorial, and the stylized mythical faces also follow this tradition. Each piece is crafted from leftover yarns from carpet production, which is why no two pieces are identical in color.
A braided cord along the top edge is used for hanging; the piece can just as easily be used flat as a coaster or tray. There is a pocket on the back.
The rugs are created through a collaboration between CHARU and Sayol (ས་ཡོལ།)—the name is composed of ས (sa), meaning “earth,” and ཡོལ (yol), meaning “curtain,” “Curtain of the Earth.” They are woven in the Tibetan highlands by female herders using wool from northern Tibet, following a tradition that dates back many generations on the high plateau. CHARU connects designers with artisan cooperatives in the Tibetan cultural region and uses this collaboration to develop products that bring traditional techniques into everyday life.
45 × 45 cm · Pile height: 1.5 cm · 100% North Tibetan sheep's wool · Hand-tufted · Comes with a hanging cord · Color may vary slightly from piece to piece · Delivered in a cotton bag
Care: Do not hang in direct sunlight, as this will cause the colors to fade. Store in a dry, well-ventilated place. Clean by vacuuming; do not wipe with a damp cloth. For stains, use a neutral detergent or take it to a professional cleaner. Slight pilling is a natural characteristic of wool and can be carefully trimmed off. Avoid friction against rough surfaces. For long-term storage, keep it in a sealed container with moth repellent.
