Siirt blanket - wall hanging
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This Siirt blanket reflects the steps of paradise and was hand-woven in Eastern Turkey. It is about 50 years old yet shows no signs of usage. The blanket has an exceptionally long pile and skillfully combines different colour tones into a unique pattern. When you see this blanket you will want to touch it right away.
MATERIALS
For the weft, finest mohair wool of the local Angora goat was mixed with sheep wool. We estimate a percentage of 60% mohair and 40% sheep wool. The warp is made of cotton. This Siirt blanket is a rare find with exceptionally long pile and a very interesting mix of colours.
COLOURS
Different reddish brown, ivory, grey and black. All colours are natural.
MEASUREMENTS
80 x 121 cm
CARE INSTRUCTION
This blanket was professionally cleaned. It is machine washable at 30° Celsius. Do not spin. Dry flat.
THE STORY BEHIND
All our Siirt blankets were hand-crafted by Kurdish men in Eastern Turkey, where weaving with goat wool has a history dating back to 6500 BC. Today, only a few places still manufacture Siirt blankets. Most of our stock comes from private households and has already served local families. Every blanket tells its own story, adding and incomparable touch of history and cosmopolitan flair to our home.