2'x3'

Hand-knotted, hand-spun wool

Natural plant dyes

Made by women in Afghanistan through the fair-trade, non-profit organization Turquoise Mountain.

The design:

A distinctively Key West take on the ancient art of rug making! This bespoke rug is inspired by aerial views and nautical maps of the lower Florida Keys. If you have ever flown over our island chain, you'll recognize the striking shifts in color that the water makes as the depths change. The design spans from Big Pine Key down through Key West. It captures the nearshore waters and lacy island shapes that create this place we call home. 

The process:

In 2019 we partnered with a London based non-profit focused on revitalizing traditional textile arts in Afghanistan to create Archeo-exclusive designs inspired by Key West's unique charm. We worked directly with a female design team in Kabul to create this line of rugs inspired by our Florida Keys topography, which are carefully hand-knotted by women weavers in Afghanistan. The goal is to empower and employ women as well as create timeless rugs that tell a story.

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Please note: these rugs are handmade, so they are in the category range of 3'x5', but each rug may vary slightly -- if you need an exact measurement of 3'x5', please give us a call at 305.294.3771 and we will help you find the closest possible.