THE KARAKUL COLLECTION

The wool from ancient Karakul sheep is revered for its lustre and soft hand.

With this collection, one-of-a-kind designs are handwoven by master artisans using an unconventional wool foundation that gives the rugs their relaxed appeal.

Complementing undyed wool with an earth-toned palette, the rugs spend nearly two months in the sun while the wool establishes a patina. The patina continues to develop over the lifetime of the rug, growing more beautiful with the passing of time.

At the heart of the Karakul Collection is the highest quality wool, sourced from Karakul sheep. One of the first sheep breeds to be domesticated by humans, its strong and lustrous wool has been revered since ancient times. Karakul wool is used not only throughout the pile of the rugs but also the foundation, creating the relaxed drape and soft hand of fabric.

The patient and organic finishing stage of the rugs is reliant on the elements. Over the span of nearly two months, the rugs are repeatedly washed and exposed to the sun as the wool gradually establishes a patina. This patina continues to develop once in the home, evolving and growing more beautiful with the passing of time.