Textiles: Landry & Arcari Luxury African Inspired Tibetan Weave Rugs
Landry & Arcari [Africa Inspired]
In a blend of cultures, the richly textured raffia cloths of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Kuba and Shoowa people provided the inspiration for a range of Tibetan weave rugs hand-woven in Nepal. The rugs use Tibetan wool, mohair and silk and capture the distinctive iconic designs through the patterns, textures and colours. The silk is used in the lines of the designs and shimmers as it catches the light. Landry & Arcari the company behind the rugs, created the range as a way to pay homage to what they felt was a rich but under-appreciated African textile tradition in the wider world, creating greater awareness through their craft.
[Image credits: top, Shoowa; bottom, Raphia – Landry & Arcari]
I say nothing beats the original, but I think these are ideal if you are looking to commission the design to cover furniture like a sofa or the headboard for a bed, as I find that the original Kuba and Shoowa designs in the raffia fabrics can be quite delicate when it comes to daily wear and tear. Having said that I have two original squares framed and hung on the wall and they do look stunning.
Specialising in hand-woven Oriental rugs and broadloom carpets, Landry & Arcari is a family run business in the US that has galleries located in Boston and Salem. Landry & Arcari offer a custom service should you require a specific size or design to be reproduced.
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To find out more about Landry & Arcari rugs visit: www.landryandarcari.com
