Safavieh Aubusson AU3B Area Rug

Details: Brand: Safavieh Collection: Aubusson Material: Wool Construction: Flat Weave Origin: China Description:Hand-knotted by nomadic weavers and sheep herders traveling along the countryside, using the rich tradition passed down thru generations of raising local sheep and harvesting their premium wool to handcraft these sublime rugs. Using imported looms and the techniques of revered Aubusson crafters from France, these Aubusson rugs are skillfully recreated down to the last detail. Aubusson rugs are steeped in romantic history stemming from the Renaissance in the town of Aubusson located in the Ceruse valley of central France. The vast heritage and romance has been passed on and now passed to artisans in China to keep this treasured art alive to replicate this treasured rug.